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Learning Curve Group are a national training and education specialist we work with further education providers, employers, and learners to help them achieve success. We have strong values which are all centred around our learners – and that is how we believe it should be, as we impact on over 100,000 of them every year. Our ‘Purple People’, the dedicated and passionate people of LCG, help us to deliver success no matter what, to achieve our vision to ‘transform lives through learning’. Our academies provision at Learning Curve Group, supports thousands of learners to gain hands-on experience in their chosen profession, whether that be Hair & Beauty, Military, or Construction. As a Learning Support Advisor at our Military Peterborough Academy, you will assist our learners with additional learning needs at one of our academies. This unique role is part-time on a fixed-term basis. A strong background in supporting young people with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) is essential. Please Note that this is on a 44 week term basis with closures as follows: October Half Term (1 week), December Half Term (2 weeks), February Half Term (1 week), April Half Term (1 Week), May Half Term (1 Week)
Job Responsibility:
Provide structured support using a range of effective interventions (as per their EHCP Plan) within a class and/or outdoor setting
To aid access to the full range of learning experiences and provide modified materials as required e.g. worksheets, games, visual prompt cards etc.
Provide positive reinforcements, praise, and emotional support to learners
Advise and support tutors with making necessary adjustments for learners with learning support needs
Ensure Learning Support Plans and contact logs are updated accurately and timely
Work as part of the team to ensure that the well-being and personal development of the learner enhance their learning opportunities and life skills.
Agree on learning support aims and interventions with the learner and set these out in the Learning Support Plan
Provide regular feedback to the SENCO and, where necessary, relevant outside agencies about any pupil’s difficulties and progress.
Contribute to the Learners' annual review by writing a brief report and attending the meeting
Foster links with External Agencies and Carers
Facilitate inclusion in small group activities with learners and support interaction between them.
Attend in service training and relevant meetings relevant to the post in order to keep up to date with developments
Carry out tasks and responsibilities under the direction of the SENCO
Conduct your role in line with the company values and expected behaviours
Promote equal opportunities and recognition of diversity throughout the company
Comply with the Safeguarding, Prevent and Health and Safety Policies and be vigilant to potential concerns and risks at all times
Ensure confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
Provide learners, customers and colleagues with support, advice guidance as part of your everyday role
Requirements:
Minimum of 2 years experience working with Post 16 Learners
Knowledge and experience of working with Post 16 learners with Educational Health Care Plans (EHCP)
GCSE, ‘O’ Level or equivalent qualifications in Maths and English
NVQ3 or equivalent as recognised by the National Occupational Standards for Supporting Teaching and Learning
knowledge and understanding of the different social, cultural and physical needs of Learners
Have training in aspects of SEN, i.e. ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism, SEMH etc
Calm and patient attitude
What we offer:
26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
Buy & Sell an additional 5 days each year
Length of service annual leave increments starting at 2 years
Healthcare Scheme
Tech Scheme
Ikea Scheme
Cycle to work Scheme
Paid Volunteer day each year
Early Finish Fridays on the last Friday of every month
Student / Teacher Discount
Uniform
Electric Car charging points (Head Office)
Free fruit, Coffee and Tea (Head Office)
Onsite Shower (Head Office)
Prayer room on request or list of nearest available places of worship (Head Office)