Job Description

Application closing date
29/06/2025
Location
Halifax
Salary
Scale 4, SCP 7-11, 25,584 - 27,269 per annum, pro rata
Package
Permanent - Term Time Only
Job category/type
Council

Job description

Post Ref: CC448

Please note: Internal at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance.



There are two posts being advertised:

POST 1 - pro rata of 39 weeks per year (6,512 - 6,941) and 10.51 hours per week.



POST 2 - pro rata of 39 weeks per year (6,822 - 7,271) 11.01 hours per week.





Calderdale Adult Learning is on a journey to become an outstanding provider. Learners are always at the centre of everything we do, so this is an excellent opportunity to be a part of our growing provision. We are looking for individuals who share the 'outstanding' ethos, are passionate about teaching, positively influencing learners' lives.





We offer a wide range of courses to approximately 4,000 Adult learners throughout Calderdale, accredited and community-based learning. Our provision adapts to the needs of our communities. It offers a range of opportunities to learn, grow in confidence, gain the qualifications that support entering employment, career changes, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, improving emotional health and well-being, and gaining skills to help in daily life.



We are looking to recruit a Learning Support Assistant who can work across both our learning disabilities and mainstream provision. You must be empathic, patient and encouraging, to ensure learners can participate fully in their course and reach their individual goals. The learning support assistant will work closely with the tutor to ensure support is either on a one-to-one basis, or within a small group.





The contract will consist of an additional paid 20 hours annual CPD to enable you to access inductions and training within the service.





The successful candidates should have experience of working with adults who have a learning disability as well as being able to support mainstream learners up to level 2 in maths and English. You will be an effective team player and flexible in your approach.





We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.





Please note:

We have some flexibility to discuss and agreed day/times for this contract with the successful candidate. When completing your application, it is essential to evidence how you meet the personal specification in your person statement.





For further information relating to the above post please contact Caroleen La Pierre on 01422 392820/ 07761876054 or email caroleen.lapierre@calderdale.gov.uk .

Closing Date: Sunday 29th June 2025

Interview Date: Wednesday 16th July 2025

As part of our Vision https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/ we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.



On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.





Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.





For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub.