Contract: Flexible hours, term time
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Overall purpose of role
To provide a complementary service to existing support within the educational institution, addressing the needs of clients with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) who need help to overcome barriers in order to achieve their full potential.
Main duties and responsibilities
- To support allocated students on a 1:1 basis with the practical impact of their learning differences on their academic experience.
- To deliver focused interventions to build confidence and motivate your students to attend their timetabled sessions and undertake the independent study required to complete their course
- To have knowledge and appreciation of the range of activities, courses, opportunities, organisations and individuals that could be drawn upon to provide additional support for students and encourage independence.
- To work closely with the line manager to be responsible for the monitoring and evaluation of the impact support has on student attendance, retention achievement and progression.
- Keep accurate records of work done with students.
- Make effective use of supervision to ensure good practice in providing safe and effective support.
Essential Skills, Knowledge & Experience
Qualifications
- Educated to degree level
- GCSE Maths and English, C Grade and Above
One of the following:
- All 6 NAS core Autism online training modules and Introduction to Autism and the SPELL framework
- Other training, including at a HE institution, delivered by an appropriately qualified trainer (a qualified trainer from a recognised organisation/charity, or a trainer who can demonstrate a relevant qualification in autism
- Holds a PG Certificate in Autism/ PG Certificate in ASC AND a Teaching qualification (Minimum Level 4)
Experience
- Experience in studying or working in a Higher Education setting to ensure understanding and relation to a diverse range of learners and staff within the institution.
- Professional experience of supporting individuals with AutismSpectrum Conditions.
- Professional experience of supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum Conditions in an educational setting.
Skills and Knowledge
- Sound knowledge of how mental health conditions impact on academic performance.
- Committed to working within the social model of mental health support and experience of psycho-social interventions.
- Ability to identify risk and make the appropriate referral with support of the Support Coordinator.
- Sound knowledge of the equality model and good practice.
- An awareness of possible stigma and discrimination around people with mental health conditions.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to recognise your own limitations.
- Can establish and maintain boundaries within a professional role and confidence to refer to other services where appropriate.
- Confidence in working independently with learners.
- A logical approach to problem solving and close attention to detail.
- Application of quality standards to a task undertaken and ensures that nothing is overlooked.
Benefits of working for The Learning Support Centre
- Access to our latest communication hub with live updates on our collaboration and productivity
- Working with an innovative and Award winning Company
- Working with an accredited training centre
In Person Specialist Autism and ADHD Mentor in Leeds employer: The Learning Support Centre
The Learning Support Centre (LSC) is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and innovative work environment for specialists in neurodiversity and disability. With flexible hours during term time, access to accredited training, and a strong commitment to employee well-being as a Mindful Employer, LSC empowers its staff to make a meaningful impact while fostering professional growth within a collaborative community.
Contact Details:
The Learning Support Centre Recruitment Team
