Learning Support Assistant - Widnes

At SWRAC, we empower individuals to thrive through practical and relevant educational programs. Our goal is to equip people with the skills, knowledge, and experience necessary to become resilient, confident, and independent. We aim for them to grow in education, secure employment, or engage in meaningful activities, live healthily, be active and responsible citizens, and ensure their safety. Location: Widnes, WA8 6DJ Job Type: Full-time Salary: £29,348 a year We are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants (One-to-One) to join our friendly team at our Widnes Centre and help make a positive difference to the lives of young adults with SEND. However, there may be a requirement to work at other centres from time to time. This is a full-time role working from Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm (with 30 minutes lunch break).

• To support learners with LDD/SEND in a variety of classroom settings
• To provide one-to-one support as directed by the Head of Learning or the class tutor
• Provide learning support within a group and on an individual basis
• To act as a scribe/reader/exam invigilator as required
• To support students during breaks
• To contribute to learners' ILPs
• To work closely with team members to ensure that ILP targets are monitored and reviewed
• To be aware of individual learners' risk assessments and needs
• To support learners to access transport and with travel training
• To accompany learners during work experience placements, both on and off-site
• Accompany learners on outings, visits, community and recreational activities
• Encourage independence and self-help skills wherever possible.
• Keep records associated with the support role.
• To undertake any other duties relevant to the role as required Experience And Qualifications
• Level 2 Maths and English (or equivalent essential)
• Level 2/3 Qualification in learning support or equivalent
• Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools
• Award in Education
• ELSA experience
• Understanding of working with young adults who have SEND
• Awareness of disabilities.
• Ability to relate well to children and vulnerable young adults
• Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these settings.
• Experience of working with SEND young people in an educational establishment.
• Working with or caring for vulnerable young people with learning disabilities of relevant age.
• Working with children or vulnerable young people with learning disabilities or challenging emotional and behavioural difficulties. Experience:
• SEND: 2 years (required) Benefits:
• Additional leave
• Bereavement leave
• Casual dress
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance Education:
• GCSE or equivalent (preferred) Experience:
• SEND: 2 years (preferred) Work Location: In person View Full Job Description Closing date: How to apply After completing your Application Form, please submit it alongside your CV using the contact form below. Full name (required) Your email (required) Your phone number (required) Job Vacancy you're applying for (required) Select Centre (required) —Please choose an option—BoscombeBootleDorchesterMerley House (Head Office)SeftonSouthportWidnesWinton  Your message (optional) Application Form (required) CV (required)