Specialist Learning Support Assistant (2x Posts)

Your future is hereA place to inspireBeing part of Nottingham College means playing a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential.Together, we're making a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We're building better futures, for others and for ourselves. Here, you'll have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career.Who we needWe are seeking candidates who are passionate about providing an inclusive learning experience for our students. Working within a centralised team approach across different campuses . Your key duties include:Make phone calls to apprentices who have been flagged for Needs Assessment as part of their Cognassist assessment. Talk through learners' Cognassist assessment results with them and encourage their engagement with learning modulesRecord the support you deliver on the Cognassist platform and One FileAttend EHCP reviews as required and offer

input regarding leaners' progressPlease note this role requires working across Ruddington, Basford and City Hub campuses.What you'll bringThe ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and promote an inclusive learning environment for apprenticesEssential skills and experience also include:Hold Level 2 Maths and English or equivalentHave previous experience of supporting people with learning support needsKnowledge of inclusion/range and implications of disabilities/self-advocacy issuesBe able to maintain confidentiality and have a considerate and tolerant approachMaintain accurate records and keep learner records updated as required and adhering to deadlinesFor further details on this post which the job description and person specification cannot answer for you, please contact Margaret Clark - Margaret.Clark@nottinghamcollege.ac.ukInterviews / Assessments are planned for - TBCGet Into TeachingIf you're considering teaching but unsure where to start

Nottingham College offers clear pathways to help you explore your options and build a rewarding career in education. Find out more about our routes into teaching:Get in to Teaching.Why Join usCompetitive salary - £25,256 to £26,348 per annum FTE. As this post is part-time and term-time only the salary will be pro-rated. The pro-rated salary range is £20,379.28 to £21,260.42 per annum.35 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leaveAccess to Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice schemeOpportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest ProgrammeA place to belongAt Nottingham College, we'recommittedto creating a workplace where everyone feelssupported, valued, and
understood.We're proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer, acknowledging the tailored support we offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities. As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we'reactivelytackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningfulsupportto those affected.Ourcommitmentto wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopausefeelheard andsupported.Mental health matters here too - our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture ofcompassionandunderstandingacross the college.Through our Wellness Cafés - informal gatherings that invite open conversation - colleagues are encouraged toshareexperiences andsupportone another.Whether navigating health challenges or balancing work and personal life, wellbeing is prioritised at Nottingham College