Contract: Flexible hours, term time Please click here to view the Full Job Description, Essential Criteria and Terms and Conditions for this role. Overall purpose of role To provide a complementary service to existing support within the educational institution, addressing the needs of clients on the Autistic Spectrum and/or diagnosed with ADHD 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 on the Autistic Spectrum and/or diagnosed with ADHD. • Professional experience of supporting individuals on the Autistic Spectrum and/or diagnosed with ADHD 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