Job Description

Learning Support Assistant - Foundation Learning , Profound And Multiple Learning Difficulties and Serve Learning Difficulties (Pmld/Sld)

Taunton College

12.55 per hour, 22.5 hours per week Term Time only

University Centre Somerset College Group (UCS) is a nationally recognised leader in inclusive education, recently awarded the prestigious RCU Beacon Award for Support for Students (2023/24). This accolade reflects the department's commitment to inclusive education and its innovative, student-centred approach. As part of a college rated Outstanding by Ofsted--including a specific Outstanding judgement for High Needs provision in the November 2024 inspection.

The Additional Learning Support area is responsible for providing additional learning support across the College to full and part-time learners and supports approximately 1000 students on courses of all levels. Our aim at UCS is for all students with additional support needs to have equal access to the curriculum and work towards meeting their full potential with our support. These may have a range of learning difficulties/disabilities which include specific learning difficulties, autistic spectrum, ADHD/ADD Visual Impairment, Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Social, Emotional and Behavioral Difficulties, Physical Disabilities, and mental Health Issues.

This role is linked to the programmes within our Foundation Learning department, specially with our students with PMLD/SLD. These students require tailored support learners with their complex Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) and physical need. We are looking for individuals who are compassionate, patient and dedicated to support these learners, with the ability to work closely with Lecturers, therapists and families to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment. The department's success is rooted in its holistic support model, and a culture that celebrates progress, independence, and achievement for every learner.?

Closing date - 18 August 2025

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Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 12.55 per hour

Expected hours: 22.5 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person