Learning Support Assistant; One-to-One
Listed on 2026-10-16
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Special Education Assistant, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
At SWRAC, we support individuals to thrive through real-life and relevant education programmes. Our intention is to provide people with the skills, knowledge and experience to BE resilient, confident & independent, to GROW into education, employment or meaningful activity, LIVE healthily, BE active & responsible citizens and BE safe.
We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant (One-to-One) to join our friendly team at our Southport Centre and help make a positive difference to the lives of young adults with SEND. However, there may be a requirement to work at other centres from time to time.
This is a full-time role working from Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm (with a 30-minute lunch break)., To support learners with LDD/SEND in a variety of classroom settings
- To provide one-to-one support as directed by the Head of Learning or the class tutor
- To provide learning support within a group and on an individual basis
- To act as a scribe/reader/exam invigilator as required
- To support students during breaks
- To contribute to learners' ILPs
- To work closely with team members to ensure that ILP targets are monitored and reviewed
- To be aware of individual learners' risk assessments and needs
- To support learners to access transport and with travel training_
- To accompany learners during work experience placements, both on and off-site
- Accompany learners on outings, visits, community and recreational activities
- Encourage independence and self-help skills wherever possible.
- Keep records associated with the support role.
- To undertake any other duties relevant to the role as required
SWRAC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. We are committed to securing genuine equality of opportunity in all aspects of our activities as an employer and education provider.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Education:
GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
SEND: 2 years
Location:
Southport PR8 6PU
(preferred)
- Bereavement leave
- Casual dress
- Cycle to work scheme
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
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