Learning support assistant

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire Days/Hours of Work: Monday to Friday (Various Hours Available) Salary: GBP11.44-GBP12.00 per hour About the Company:- We are currently recruiting for several Learning Support Assistants to join a specialist college located on the outskirts of Shrewsbury. Our client provides a stimulating environment for young adult students aged 16 to 25 years old, who have profound and multiple learning and communication difficulties. This is an opportunity to work in a supportive and nurturing environment with the potential for long-term and permanent job opportunities. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young adults with complex needs. If you meet the criteria and are passionate about providing support and encouragement to learners, we encourage you to apply. Hours of work available:- * 10am-2pm * 10am-4pm * 12pm-4pm About the Role:- * Work under the direction of tutors to support students in accessing individualized learning programs, both in small classes and on a one-to-one basis. * Provide personal intimate care to learners, including changing continence aids. * Support students #39; learning and independence within the college and community environments. * Implement communication, therapy, intervention, and support strategies to help students overcome barriers to learning. * Maintain confidentiality and prioritize safeguarding learners, always promoting a positive safeguarding culture. * Assist tutors in preparing the learning environment and ensuring availability of all resources. * Contribute to daily records of student progress and achievements. * Support assessment processes for students. * Provide physical support to learners, including dressing/undressing, pushing wheelchairs, transferring, and hoisting. * Assist with meal times, ranging from encouragement to fully assisted feeding. * Ensure learners are comfortable and appropriately positioned. * Assist with loading/unloading vehicles and driving (no special license needed). About You:- * Must have an Enhanced Child Adult Workforce DBS. * Able to provide references covering a minimum of 2 years. * Possess a full UK Driving License or compatible International Driving License (due to rural location). * Experience working with people with profound and multiple learning difficulties. * Experience working with people with physical disabilities and providing personal intimate care. * Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team. Training/Qualifications: - * Qualification in Learning Support or willingness to obtain one. * An appropriate/relevant NVQ at level III or above or willingness to obtain one. * Qualification in Makaton/experience in its use. * Trained to administer medication. * First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain one. About Excell Supply:- * Excell Supply is a reputable recruitment agency dedicated to providing high-quality staffing solutions to educational institutions. As members of the REC (Recruitment Employment Confederation) and Umbrella body to the DBS (Disclosure Barring Service), we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. * All applicants will be subject to thorough employment checks and must have an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service certificate in place. * Candidates without an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service will have to apply for a new one