Student Support Worker/Learning Support Assistant
Location: Barnsley
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: 37 hours per week
Monday to Thursday: 08:30 – 17:00
Friday: 08:30 – 16:30
Pay Rate: £13 per hour
DBS Requirement: Must have an enhanced DBS
About the Role:
We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Learning Support Worker to provide essential support to young people in Barnsley. The role involves working with learners who display complex and challenging behaviours, helping them re-engage with their education and achieve their potential. Strong behaviour management skills and a proactive approach are key to success in this role.
Main Responsibilities:
1. Supporting learners with complex and challenging behaviours to achieve academic and personal goals.
2. Delivering individualized support based on learners’ unique needs and support plans.
3. Assisting learners to participate fully in teaching, workshops, and other educational activities.
4. Providing one-on-one and group support as required in various learning environments.
5. Ensuring accurate completion of all required documentation.
6. Helping learners access facilities and services as appropriate.
7. Offering support during assessments, including exams.
8. Producing clear and high-quality written information for learners.
9. Actively participating in team meetings and contributing to the continuous improvement of services.
10. Engaging in training and development activities to enhance skills and service delivery.
About You:
This role is ideal for someone who is:
1. Adaptable and resilient when working with challenging behaviours.
2. Experienced in supporting young people with diverse needs.
3. A proactive problem solver with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
4. Dedicated to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Why Join Us?
1. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young learners.
2. Competitive hourly rate of £13.
3. Full-time role with structured hours.
4. Supportive and collaborative working environment.
Contract Positions
eXede Ltd is acting as an Employment Business and the successful applicant will be engaged by the agency on a PAYE basis. We are committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults and full applicant vetting processes will be carried out, including enhanced DBS checks. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.
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