At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with additional learning needs in achieving their full potential.
- Company: Join a compassionate team at Ardleigh Green Campus dedicated to making a difference.
- Benefits: Temporary role with potential for long-term opportunities and professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on teamwork and learner success.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by promoting independence and wellbeing in students' lives.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND and personal care, plus excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 20250 - 24750 £ per year.
Learning Support Specialist (Personal Care) - Ardleigh Green Campus
Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional learning needs to achieve their full potential?
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Learning Support Specialist (Personal Care) to join the Additional Learning Support team at - Ardleigh Green Campus.
Job Title
Learning Support Specialist (Personal Care)
Location
Ardleigh Green.
Job Type
Temporary (with potential for long-term opportunities)
Industry
Further Education
Key Responsibilities
- Provide one-to-one and small-group support for students with additional learning needs within classroom and practical learning environments.
- Deliver respectful and dignified personal care support, including assistance with toileting, feeding, dressing, and mobility where required.
- Promote learner independence while ensuring students' health, safety, and wellbeing at all times.
- Support students to access learning, participate in college activities, and achieve their individual learning goals.
- Work collaboratively with lecturers, Learning Support staff, and pastoral teams to implement individual support plans.
- Monitor learner progress and report observations to the Learning Support Team.
- Encourage positive behaviour, confidence, and social inclusion across the college.
- Follow safeguarding, equality, health and safety, and manual handling procedures at all times.
- Maintain accurate records in line with college policies and confidentiality requirements.
Skills & Experience
- Experience supporting young people or adults with SEND, learning difficulties, autism, ADHD, physical disabilities, or complex needs.
- Previous experience providing personal care within an education, health, or care setting.
- Ability to build positive, professional relationships with learners and staff.
- Patient, empathetic, and committed to promoting learner independence.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Understanding of safeguarding and person-centred support.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
- Right to work in the UK.
Desirable
- Experience within a further education or college environment.
- Knowledge of EHCPs and strategies for supporting learners with additional needs.
- Manual Handling and Personal Care training.
- Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care, Supporting Teaching and Learning, or a related discipline.
- First Aid training (desirable).
Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
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Learning Support Specialist (Personal Care) employer: Morgan Hunt UK Limited
Morgan Hunt UK Limited is an exceptional employer that values flexibility and work-life balance, offering a hybrid working model that allows employees to thrive both in the office and remotely. With a strong focus on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills and advance their careers while contributing to meaningful projects that impact the community in Cambridgeshire. The supportive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, making it an ideal place for those seeking a rewarding career in public service.
