Central Bedfordshire College · 2 days ago
Supported Employment Assistant
Bedford, IN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
£24K/yr - £27K/yrCentral Bedfordshire College is the largest provider of education in the South East Midlands, dedicated to fostering student success. They are seeking a Supported Employment Assistant to help students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) access meaningful work placements and develop employability skills through strong employer partnerships.
Education Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Support students with SEND to access meaningful work placements, fostering independence, confidence, and employability through strong employer partnerships and inclusive practices
Deliver 1:1 and group support during placements, conduct workplace reviews, run Job Club, and provide mentoring and induction guidance for staff and students
Develop and maintain vocational profiles, liaise with employers to secure placements, advocate for reasonable adjustments, and promote inclusive workplace practices
Maintain accurate records (e.g., progress reports, systematic instruction training), complete health and safety assessments, and contribute to continuous improvement of the Pathways programme
Uphold safeguarding, equality, diversity, inclusion, and health & safety standards; actively participate in training and development to maintain professional expertise
Qualification
Required
Level 2 Learner Support Certificate (or willingness to work towards)
Level 2 in Maths and English
Working knowledge of post-16 learner support and Equality Act
Experience supporting students with learning difficulties/disabilities in educational or workplace settings
Liaising with employers
Using Microsoft Office
Ability to deliver high-quality learning experiences
Maintain accurate records
Communicate effectively (face-to-face, written, telephone)
Work independently while contributing positively to a team
Positive, adaptable attitude
Flexible approach to work patterns
Commitment to safeguarding and professional boundaries
Ability to support mobility and personal care needs
Promote the College's reputation
Willingness to work across sites
Understanding of diverse student needs
Readiness to uphold health, safety, and safeguarding responsibilities
Benefits
27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays
People’s pension
Retail and Leisure Discounts
Excellent professional and personal development opportunities
Accessing college courses
Company
Central Bedfordshire College
Central Bedfordshire College is a general Further Education College based in Dunstable in Central Bedfordshire.
Founded in 1961
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase