Learning Support Assistants

Learning Support AssistantsDartington, TotnesSalary: £12 per hour (actual salary is £18,150 per annum including holiday pay)Working Hours: 34.75 hours per week, 5 days a week (over 38 weeks per year)Do you want to make a difference to the lives of young people with learning disabilities?We are seeking Learning Support Assistants to join our team. In this role, you’ll motivate and inspire our students to achieve their full potential, by supporting a positive learning environment and championing independence.Who we are:Since 1996, we've been empowering people with learning disabilities in Devon to achieve their dreams and build fulfilling lives. Our core values of kindness, respect, and positivity guide everything we do.What you’ll do:- You’ll work alongside our tutors and will be a source of support for students to ensure they are motivated, happy and engaged in their learning and development.- Inspire and encourage students through their transition from school to college and enable them to learn and practice independence.- Support in a range of tasks to facilitate a positive, supportive learning environment and ensure that all students realise their full potential.Working hours:Our college staff operate over 38 weeks of the year (during term times) and work 34.75 hours per week.As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work in a 4-week pattern:- On Week 1-3, you will work 08:45-15:40 Monday to Friday.- On Week 4, you will work 08:45-15:40 on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, but will work 08:45-16:20 on Thursday, to attend a college meeting.What we're looking for:- Experience of working with people with learning difficulties, as well as knowledge and experience of the education sector.- Great IT skills and sound knowledge of Microsoft Office systems.- Committed to building and fostering positive relationships in the workplace.- Great communication and organisation skills.- A team-player, but equally able to work independently.- Practical, enthusiastic and a positive attitude.- Above all, you must have a passion for supporting young people and adults.Make a difference and build your career at Lifeworks!We're passionate about supporting our staff just as much as we are about supporting our service users. When you join our team, you can expect:- A Real Living Wage of £12.00 per hour- A starting entitlement of 33 days’ paid holiday (pro-rata for part time), which due to the nature of the role, will be paid to you on top of your hourly rate.- A fully funded DBS check and update service to ensure a smooth onboarding process.- Access valuable resources including an employee assistance program to support your mental and emotional health.Building a diverse and safe team:At Lifeworks, we're committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals with disabilities who meet the job criteria, and we guarantee qualified candidates with disabilities an interview.However, ensuring a safe environment for everyone we support is our top priority. Therefore, all staff undergo pre-employment checks, reference checks, and an enhanced DBS check.Early applications encouraged!This vacancy is scheduled to close on the 16th November, but may close earlier if suitable candidates are identified. To ensure your application is considered for the first round of shortlisting, submit it by Friday 25th October!Apply today and tell us why you'd be a great fit for our team!