Activate Learning
Learning Support Team Leader
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About The Role
As a Learning Support Team Leader, you will act as a lead to our LSA Mentor and Learning Support Assistants providing support with the day-to-day responsibilities.
You will be responsible for:
- Completing developmental observations
- Direct line management of Learning Support Assistants and LSA Mentor
- Monitoring recruitment needs and retention
- Training and developmental opportunities
You will work closely with the Group Learning Support Team Leads and Delivery Managers to provide extra operational support.
This is a permanent, full-time contract working 37 hours per week based at our Oxford college.
What do you need to be a successful Learning Support Team Leader at Activate Learning?
- Be resilient, solutions focused, and have a clear vision for the team.
- The ability to lead, coach, and motivate staff is vital.
- Ability to effectively manage, develop, and performance-review a team of support staff.
- Strong understanding of SEND and ability to implement appropriate support strategies.
- English and Maths at Grade 4 or above and/or equivalent.
- Ability to coordinate staff deployment and prioritise support efficiently.
- Ability to identify and support staff training and development needs.
- Strong team values.
- Commitment to improving learner progress, independence, and achievement.
Who We Are
We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open, and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.
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Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.
Why work with the Activate Learning Group?
Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits
- Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
- Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides, and tools to support staff wellbeing.
- Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
- Learning and Development: Continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
- Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.
- Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for Activate Learning staff.
- Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave.
- Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
- On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.
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Application Process
Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.
Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint, and close adverts.
Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.
Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.
Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.
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