At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers in delivering engaging animal care and land management lessons.
- Company: Join Leeds City College, a leading further education institution with a vibrant culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous annual leave, pension schemes, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working options and a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working in a dynamic, hands-on environment.
- Qualifications: Experience supporting young people academically and developmentally is essential.
The predicted salary is between 16539 - 16539 £ per year.
Leeds City College are recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to join our team in the Animal Care and Land Management department. The post holder will work closely with all staff in a wide-ranging role designed to help our learners' progress during practical and theory lessons. This role will be part time 28 hours per week and reduced year 36 weeks per year. The pro rata salary is £16,539. This role will be predominantly based at Temple Newsam but on occasion there might be the requirement to also work at other campuses such as Printworks or the University Centre. This role includes supporting both practical and theory lessons with the department based in a working farm and historical estate, so the successful candidate should like animals and be comfortable in a land-based real work environment.
The School of Animal Care and Land Management offers a wide range of study programmes, apprenticeships and Higher Education (HE). From September we will be delivering courses from entry to level 6. This role will be working with Further Education (FE) students.
What You Will Do
- Support teachers in the delivery of practical and theory lessons.
- Put in place interventions for whole groups or individual learners to help and support learners both academically and developmentally.
- Form meaningful and impactful relationships.
- Work positively and effectively as a member of a team and on own initiative.
About You
- Experience and knowledge of supporting young people both academically and developmentally.
- Experience of positively managing learner progress in an education setting.
- Ability to work positively and effectively as a member of a team and on own initiative.
About Us
Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and is one of the biggest providers of apprenticeships regionally. We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life changing. Leeds City College's values put students first and are at the heart of everything the college does. We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You'll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow. We offer a wide range of job vacancies, and our large size means there are always exciting opportunities to progress.
At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Group's values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect, and equity. Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias, and promote a diverse talent pool.
Learning Support Assistant - Animal Care and Land Management (Part Time, Reduced Year) in Leeds employer: Luminate Education Group / Business Support
Luminate Education Group is an exceptional employer that values its employees by fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture in the vibrant city of Leeds. With a strong commitment to professional development, you will have ample opportunities to grow your skills while contributing to meaningful recruitment events that make a difference in students' lives. Join us to be part of a team that prioritises equality, diversity, and a collaborative spirit.
Contact Details:
Luminate Education Group / Business Support Recruitment Team
