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About the Role

Barnet and Southgate College is seeking motivated, dynamic, and inspirational individuals to join us as an Education Support Specialist. This role is central to our mission of transforming lives through education. As an ESS, you will support curriculum teams by covering classes when needed, support students’ personal and social development, help them build confidence, resilience, and the skills needed to thrive in college and beyond, and work closely with curriculum teams, pastoral staff, and student services to promote positive behaviours and attitudes. Your impact will help shape students into successful, productive citizens ready for the future.

Responsibilities

To cover sessions for designated groups of students across the college.
To support curriculum areas and students through whole-class delivery, small group work, and targeted workshops to maximise engagement with their learning and development and in accordance with curriculum area directions.
To contribute to a dynamic independent study and enrichment programme that promotes student achievement, wellbeing, and progression.
To act as part of the wider Personal Development Coaching Team in a supportive capacity.
To monitor and support student attendance and progress through regular contact with students, parents, and carers, ensuring full engagement with their programme of study.

Requirements

Relevant Level 3 or equivalent with grades 4-9 in English and Mathematics or equivalent.
Proven knowledge of the issues facing young people today and the ability to support and encourage them to remain on programme.
Good experience of delivering both workshops, small group work and 1:1s across the softer skills and the social, emotional and personal issues.

Location

Cross-Campus

Work Type

Permanent
Full Time

Education Level

Level 3 or equivalent

Salary/Compensations

£27,470 - £29,180 / year

Benefits

31 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time employees).
Annual Season Ticket Loans.
Cycle to Work Scheme.
Employee Assistance Helpline (24/7 confidential counselling and advice).
Refund for eye tests for Display Screen Equipment (DSE) users.
Free flu vaccination voucher.
Free gym facilities at Southgate Campus (Monday-Friday during term time).
Competitively-priced hairdressing services and beauty treatments at Colindale Campus.
High Street Discounts (shopping benefits website and local store discounts).

About the Company

Barnet and Southgate College is seeking motivated, dynamic, and inspirational individuals.