JOB DESCRIPTION
POST TITLE:
Learning Support Assistant
for Language (ESOL) and Literacy or Numeracy (LLN)
Term-Time only (38 wks per year), 35 hours per week
POST NO:
GRADE:
Scale 3 pro-rata
REPORTING TO:
Programme Managers LLN /Head of School
PRINCIPAL RELATIONSHIPS:
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Students
Skills for life Cluster Leaders
Lecturers – LLN and vocational/academic
Tutors
Student Support Services staff
Administrative Staff
External Agencies
Purpose of the Post:
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To work as a member of the Language ( ESOL), Literacy and Numeracy [LLN] team
providing effective support to students to develop their LLN skills on college programmes
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To support the improvement of language skills of the majority of learners across college
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To support individuals and groups of students in class, out of class and in the Study Skills
Centre
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To perform administrative and pastoral duties associated with supporting learners’ needs.
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To establish professional working relationships and liaise closely with all staff.
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Duties and responsibilities:
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To work with the LLN team, lecturers and assessors in identifying LLN support needs of
students through initial assessment and diagnostic activities
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To plan appropriate support for identified learner/s with the lecturer prior to the teaching
session and to assist in organising equipment and materials where necessary.
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Under the direction of the lecturer and LLN team, to assist learners in the development of their
LLN skills in classroom and workshop activities.
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To support students in developing their LLN skills in small groups and individually within and
outside the classroom/workshop, and in the workplace if appropriate
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To report to the LLN Team Leader and tutors any concerns regarding learners’ progress.
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To assist in setting targets and recording the progress of individual learners.
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To communicate when necessary with parents/carers on the progress of young learners.
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To help create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment for learning,
including promotion of good attendance and punctuality.
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To prepare and maintain LLN resources, practical and electronic
10. To supervise groups of learners for agreed periods of time offering short-term cover where a
lecturer is absent from a teaching room for a specified period.
11. To attend team meetings and participate in staff and curriculum development.
12. To implement the College Equal Opportunities Policy.
13. Any other duties, commensurate with the post as may be required by the Principal from time to
time.
All staff will be expected to:
 Work towards the continuing success of Hackney Community College.
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Travel to other College sites across the Borough in line with requirements of the service.
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Make full use of new technology in all aspects of job requirements.
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Contribute to and undertake Continuing Professional Development
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Work to ensure implementation of the College's policies and procedures, including those for
implementing equality of opportunity
In order to respond to the College’s Strategic Objectives, and maintain flexibility, this job description
will be regularly reviewed
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
The appointments panel will seek evidence of the criteria below through the application form, any testing
and technical assessment procedures and interview(s). You should address all the criteria on your
application form. The panel will seek to appoint the candidate who in their opinion meets all of the
criteria.
Experience & Qualifications:
1. Experience of working with young people or adults in
supporting their development of Language ( ESOL),
Literacy or Numeracy skills
2. Qualification in supporting learning at Level 3 or above, or
willingness to gain qualification
3. Educated to A level/Level 3 standard or equivalent, with
Literacy and Numeracy [English/Maths at level 2].
4. Experience of planning learning and producing learning
resources
Knowledge, Skills & Understanding:
1. The ability to support and develop Language (ESOL),
Literacy or Numeracy skills of learners in small groups and
individually
2. The ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in
writing with staff, students, parents/carers and outside
agencies.
3. The ability to supervise students either on an individual
basis or in groups and to maintain a calm atmosphere.
4. Ability to identify LLN support needs using initial screening
and diagnostic tools
5. Ability to work as a member of a team and to collaborate
with lecturing staff
6. Ability to organise administrative and student tracking
systems effectively and produce progress reports.
Equal Opportunities:
1. The ability to work effectively with students from a variety of
backgrounds, to respond sensitively to their needs and
demonstrate a positive approach to equal opportunities.
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To work as a member of the Language ( ESOL), Literacy and Numeracy [LLN]
Core Team providing effective support to students to develop their LLN skills on
a range of vocational programmes across the College. You will support
individuals and groups of students in class, out of class, or drop-in sessions.
You will need to have a good level of English and Maths with excellent
communication and organisation skills.
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