College Day Support Worker

Mercury College is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated College Day Support Workers to join our specialist education team.

Working with adults with learning disabilities and intensive specialist support needs, you will play a vital role in helping students access their education, develop independence and achieve meaningful outcomes. You will work closely with Tutors, Tutor Assistants and multidisciplinary colleagues to provide personalised support throughout the college day, both in the classroom and within the wider college community.

This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You will support students to participate in learning activities, develop communication, literacy and numeracy skills, manage transitions throughout the day and engage in social and community-based opportunities. You will also provide personal care, assist with medical needs where required, and support students to develop confidence, independence and positive relationships.

As a key member of the college team, you will maintain accurate records, contribute to the monitoring of progress and achievement, and act as a positive role model for students. Above all, you will help create a safe, inclusive and supportive environment where every student can thrive and make progress towards their individual aspirations.

You will have experience working as part of a team and be able to build positive working relationships with students, colleagues, families and other professionals. Strong communication skills are essential, along with the ability to maintain accurate records and contribute to the wider support of students throughout the college day.

You will be reliable, flexible and able to respond to the changing needs of students with learning disabilities and intensive specialist support needs. You will be comfortable supporting students both in the classroom and in the community, including providing personal care, supporting mobility where required and promoting positive approaches to behaviour.

You will be committed to equality, inclusion and safeguarding, and willing to undertake training and apply learning in practice. A good understanding of health, safety and wellbeing in the workplace is essential.

Whilst not essential, experience supporting adults with learning disabilities and/or autism, experience within an education setting, knowledge of communication approaches such as Makaton or PECS, and a relevant Health and Social Care qualification would be advantageous. A full driving licence would also be beneficial.

For over 50 years, Hesley Group has provided specialist care, support and education for people with learning disabilities, and intensive specialist support needs.

Benefits of working for us

• Continuous support and feedback through 1:1 supervision
• 6 weeks holiday
• Ongoing free mandatory and development training days
• Regular promotion opportunities
• Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Access to various discounts at a range of different retailers
• Refer a friend scheme – earn a referral bonus for recommending successful new starters with us
• Free parking

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities because we know that different perspectives make us stronger. Hesley Group are proud to be a Living Wage Employer, ensuring every one of our colleagues is paid at least the real living wage, reflecting the true cost of living. It’s our commitment to fairness, a recognition of skill and a heartfelt thank you to the incredible people who make what we do possible.