Learner Support Assistant

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Derbyshire Adult Community Education Service are recruiting learner support assistants to work for us in various locations across Derbyshire.  

We urgently require learning support for the following substantial roles to start in September 2026 with planned end dates in June 2027:

• • A role supporting a young adult to undertake work experience at Chatsworth 3 days per week from 9am until 3pm (Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays)
  • Support for a small group of young people 18+ completing work placements at Amazon, East Midlands Airport – 4 days per week for 6 hours per day.
  • Individual and small group support for pastoral, social emotional and independence building for learners on study programmes (3 days per week for 6 hours per day). 1 post each for Bolsover, Cotmanhay, Glossop, Lea Green and Swadlincote.
  • Individual learner support in the classroom for young people aged 16 to 24 with additional needs including those with Education Health and Care Plans. (3 days per week for 6 hours per day). Separate posts at Bolsover, Clay Cross, Cotmanhay, Clay Cross, Glossop, Lea Green and Swadlincote.

We are keen to recruit applicants with experience and interest in supporting learners to engage, progress, and achieve.  We offer relevant training opportunities including job coach training once in post.

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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