Job Title: Part-Time Learning Support Assistant – Larne
Salary: £12.94 per hour + £6.50/day stipend for administrative tasks
Job Type: Part-Time, Temporary (Ongoing)
Hours: Every Wednesday from 9.30am to 3.30pm
Benefits of the Role:
- Competitive hourly rate of £12.94 per hour
- Daily stipend of £6.50 for administrative duties
- Flexible working hours, including evening and weekend shifts when required
- Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people with learning disabilities
- Supportive, dynamic team environment
- Access to ongoing professional development
- Gain valuable experience in the education and support services sector
Role Overview:
We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our client’s team in Antrim on an ongoing, part-time basis. The successful candidate will provide tailored support to young people participating in Skills for Life and Work, Training for Success, and/or Apprenticeships NI programmes. This role is designed to help students with learning disabilities engage with their learning and achieve their educational goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide specialist support to young people, adapting sessions to meet individual needs as agreed with the Disability Support Services (DSS) Coordinator
- Prepare resources and materials in advance to ensure effective delivery of support
- Assist the DSS Coordinator with tracking and evidencing the progress of learners against set targets
- Complete weekly and monthly engagement records to update the DSS Coordinator on students’ progress
- Motivate and support learners, encouraging independent learning strategies to increase motivation, self-esteem, and engagement
- Maintain confidential records and ensure all internal documentation is processed efficiently
- Adapt to changing circumstances and undertake additional duties as required by the Line Manager
Essential Criteria:
- A minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above (or equivalent), including English and Maths
- At least 1 year of experience supporting people with learning disabilities, in a group or one-to-one setting
- Strong mentoring and motivational skills to encourage positive learner outcomes
- Ability to work flexibly, with occasional evening and weekend shifts
- Administrative skills with good record-keeping abilities
- Proficiency in IT, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and social media
- Knowledge of statutory services and legislation, especially child protection and safeguarding
- Understanding of the barriers faced by individuals with learning disabilities
- Full, current driving licence and access to a car
Desirable Criteria:
- Previous experience and knowledge of directly supporting people with disabilities within an employment, education or employment and training setting
- Level 3 Qualification (e.g., in Learning Support or related field)
Other Information:
- Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Access NI Disclosure check (£16/£32)
- A person’s criminal record will not automatically disqualify them from this role, and all information will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
Skills:
Learning Support Tutor Training Support
