14-16 Learning Assistant (Term-Time)

at  Bradford College

Due to departmental growth, we are recruiting for a new Learning Assistant (working 30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year). Our Learning Assistants are an important part of our 14-16 Alternative Provision Department, providing non-teaching support to students with disabilities, learning difficulties, medical needs and mental health issues to help them succeed on their course. This includes support in the classroom but also on visits and residentials.
The successful candidate will be working at our Springfield Centre site (BD10 9JB)
The Learning Assistant role offers a fantastic entry into a career in Education.
This role will be working 30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

• GCSE 5 – 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths or be prepared to pass a test prior to interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
• GCSE 5 - 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English or be prepared to pass a test prior to interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
• Level 2 Safeguarding is desirable but not essential

EXPERIENCE

• Experience of supporting people with disabilities and/or learning difficulties (this can include voluntary work and/or student placements)
• Experience of working in an education setting is desirable but not essential
  For an informal discussion about the role, please email recruit@bradfordcollege.ac.uk

• Providing non-teaching support for students with special educational needs.
• Following professional guidance provided through EHC Plans and Learning Support Agreements.
• Providing verbal and written feedback on learner progress and accessibility issues to teaching staff.
• Assisting in the preparation of teaching aids and materials.
  For the full job description and person specification, please click here