Job Description

Job Title Learning Support Assistants Job Type Learner Support/Student Support Department Student Support Services Hours Hourly Paid,Part Time Contract Type Fixed Term,Sessional / Hourly Paid Salary \xc2\xa310.66 per hour (FTE \xc2\xa320,016) Location Barnsley [South Yorkshire] Campus Wentworth Castle, Stainborough, Barnsley Posted 21 Sep 2023 10:45 Closes 04 Oct 2023 23:59

Learning Support Assistants

Are you passionate about improving adult skills?

The demands of the modern UK workplace and the current economic crisis mean that adult learning is increasingly crucial for people of all ages, regardless of their level of skills and qualifications.

Did you know that ...

• one in five adults lack functional English or maths.
• longer working lives and frequent career changes mean regular upskilling is a necessity.
• rapid developments in technology require us all to keep acquiring new knowledge.
• automation means reskilling and redeployment are the only options for many.

Northern College, the only adult residential college in Yorkshire, is in a unique position to be able to offer the essential skills adults need and employers want. Our campus is open 24/7 so we can offer flexible and accessible modes of delivery - evenings, weekends, blended and residential \xe2\x80\x93 to meet the needs of the local, regional and national economy.

Our mission is to inspire positive change through adult education, and working closely with our community, voluntary and employer partners we will provide outstanding teaching and learning on our campus based in the grade 1 listed Wentworth Castle and surrounded by 500 acres of National Trust gardens and parkland. Find out more at

We have a number of exciting new roles that will be at the heart of delivering our aims. If you are passionate about enabling adults to achieve the skills they need to reach their potential, and you meet the requirements below, then we look forward to receiving your application.

Learning Support Assistants (Fixed term until 31 July 2024)

\xc2\xa310.66 per hour (FTE \xc2\xa320,016) \xe2\x80\x93 variable hours as and when required

We are seeking to add to our current team of dedicated Learning Support Assistants. This role involves working with students with disabilities; learning difficulties; and health conditions, helping them to achieve their learning goals. A Learning Support Assistant provides support to assigned students using a range of learning support strategies.

You will be educated to at least GCSE English and Maths (Grades C/4 or above) or equivalent and have the experience and ability to work in a supportive role with adults in an educational environment. The College is keen to promote and enable the use of assistive technology to facilitate learning therefore you will need to be an experienced and confident user of IT. You should have excellent interpersonal skills, a commitment to providing an outstanding student experience along with the ability to use tact and initiative. We are looking for individuals who are flexible, as hours of work are varied, predominantly during the day but there may be some evening or weekend working.

What we can offer you:

• Access to the South Yorkshire Pension Authority (SYPA) scheme with generous employer contributions
• Staff health & wellbeing and benefits schemes including access to Occupational Health services and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Career development and progression opportunities and access to support for professional development
• Flexible working opportunities
• Free on-site parking
• Free Gym membership with Barnsley Premier Leisure (BPL)
• Free access to 500 acres of surrounding National Trust gardens and parklands

How to apply

To find out more information about the college, view the job description and person specification and to apply online please visit the jobs page at . For any queries please contact the HR team on 01226 776000 or by email at .

Application forms must be submitted by: 4th October 2023

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Northern College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. We strive to be an equal opportunities employer and actively welcome applications from all sections of the community. Northern College promotes the welfare of all students and is fully committed to safeguarding and to fulfilling its obligations under the Prevent duty. The college expects all staff to share these commitments. Please note that all applicants will be subject to a DBS check. Evidence of qualifications will be required at interview.

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council