Learning Assistant

City of Portsmouth College has been formed by the merger of Portsmouth College and Highbury College and was formally constituted on 1 August 2021.

The newly formed College will give students of all ages even greater flexibility with their programmes and access to dedicated subject facilities at the different campus locations. The joint organisation will also expand a uniquely flexible curriculum offer within the city of Portsmouth, comprising A Levels, vocational diplomas, apprenticeships and higher education qualifications.

Over the coming academic year, Portsmouth College and Highbury College will retain their individual identities and will be unveiling the new City of Portsmouth College brand in September 2022. Candidates wishing to apply for vacancies should continue to do so via the relevant college website.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Learning Assistant

Job Title: Learning Assistant

Hours: Part-time, up 30 hours per week, 36 weeks per year

Contract: Permanent

Do you have the enthusiasm, drive and ability to make a difference in an Amazing College?

Does your current role lack a challenge?

Do you want to work for a college with over 50 years of teaching and learning experience within a friendly and professional team of specialist experts?

YES?

The role requires an individual who has well developed organisational, communication and team working skills. They must also be able to meet targets and deadlines. The role is for up to 30 hours per week, 36 weeks per year based at the Highbury Campus or Tangier Road Campus.

Learning Assistants are responsible to the Head of Learning Support for providing high-quality support to students with learning difficulties and disabilities within the Learning Support department. Team working and communications within an overall approach that values people will be of key importance.

The interview will consist of an assessment task, more information will be given to the candidate if shortlisted.

The main duties of this post are:

• To support students and assist teaching staff in the conduct of teaching and learning activities
• To contribute to the assessment and accurate recording of students' progress, skills and individual learning in the required format
• To provide learning support to help students develop language, numeracy, IT, organisational skills and confidence
• To keep written records as requested and required for audit purposes e.g. weekly lesson plan logs and Student Reviews/Profiles

What we can offer you:

• You will be working within a friendly and professional team who are specialist experts
• A competitive pension scheme where the College contributes around 19%
• A canteen, hair and beauty salon and childcare nursery
• A sports centre with a 50% discount for staff
• Childcare voucher scheme
• access to an online discount website (NUS)

Offers extensive support to new staff including:

• Regular support and coaching throughout your first year
• A Mentor who will help you settle in to the College
• A thorough Induction programme
• Access to Learning and Development including a Free Course Voucher
• Employee Assistance Programme

So if you think you have the technical skills, experience and passion? Then come and join an 'Amazing College with Amazing Staff' and drive your career forward!

For further information on this role, please download the Job Description.

Only applicants through our website will be accepted. To apply for the role please download our application form. CV's will not be accepted!

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