**Job Title: Learning Support Assistant** **Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester** **Contract Type: Full Time, Temporary/Permanent Opportunity** **Work Hours: 8:45 am – 4:15 pm** --- **About the Role:** We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join our team at a vibrant college located in Manchester. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing academic and emotional support to students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), particularly those with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. **Key Responsibilities:** - Provide tailored learning support to individual students or small groups within the secondary or further education setting. - Work closely with teachers to identify student needs and monitor progress. - Help to implement individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP) and student support strategies. - Support students with SEMH by providing a safe and supportive environment, encouraging engagement, and promoting self-esteem. - Assist in the development of students’ academic, social and independent learning skills. - Prepare learning materials and adapt resources to suit individual learning needs. - Facilitate communication between students, teachers, and families when appropriate. - Help to maintain a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment. - Provide feedback on student achievements and contribute to record-keeping. **Key Requirements:** - Must possess a Child and Adult DBS on the update service. - Experience working within a Secondary and/or Further Education environment is essential. - Proven experience working with students with SEMH or other SEND-related needs. - Empathetic, patient, and resilient with the ability to build rapport with young people. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to confidentiality. - Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team. - Prepared to undertake further training and professional development opportunities. - Must be eligible to work in the UK. **Benefits:** - Salary paid via PAYE. - Be part of a supportive and dynamic team. - Opportunities for permanent employment. - Access to continued professional development. - Making a real impact in the lives of young people. **Application Process:** Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their CV outlining relevant experience and motivation for the role. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Please note that all appointments are subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and a clear DBS check. --- **Join Us:** If you are passionate about supporting young people and fostering a love for learning, we welcome you to apply for the position of Learning Support Assistant at our forward-thinking college in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a positive change and build a rewarding career in the education sector. INDMAN<br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact James Barker on 0161 529 9200 | Ext: 5002 and click on the apply button.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br /><br />As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> James Barker&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0161 529 9200 | Ext: 5002</strong></strong>