Learning Support Practitioner (including Virtual Campus) BLUL15954

Learning Support Practitioner (including Virtual Campus) BLUL15954

HMP Hull

Salary: £17,292.03 - £19,332.18

Our Client is currently the largest national provider of Offender Learning in the UK; their highly qualified employees are fully trained in security arrangements in order for them to deliver a responsive curriculum within prions across England 52 weeks a year.

With this in mind they are currently recruiting for a full-time (working 37 hours per week) Learning Support Practitioner at HMP Hull.

The purpose of this role is to deliver high quality learner focused support to promote progression and independent learning. You will ensure the effective use of virtual learning environment by engaging with learners, staff and partner agencies and providing support to all those involved in using the virtual campus. You will contribute to managing the behaviour of individual learners by providing an engaging and inclusive learning experience, and help with the development of lesson plans to ensure all learners maximise their ability and fulfill their potential.

Candidates must hold a level 2 qualification in literacy and numeracy or be willing to work towards this qualification within an agreed timescale, have a track record of working effectively with people presenting challenging behaviour and have an understanding of how people learn and methods that can be used to enhance their learning experience. 

Candidates must also hold or be willing to work towards a level 2 or 3 qualification for Learning Support Practitioners within an agreed timescale.

Closing Date for Applications: Wednesday 12th November 2014

Our client is an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

All applicants must demonstrate in their application their ability to meet the Key Responsibilities, Key Result Areas and Qualifications/Skills/Experience detailed within the role profile for shortlisting purposes.

Please note that they will request a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check for the successful candidate for this post.

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