ALS Support Worker


Company:	Barnsley College
Salary:	£13.87 to £13.87 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Barnsley, S70 2YW
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	15 Sept 2026
Closing date:	30 Sept 2026

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Summary

This role is offered on a Variable Hours contract for services, giving you the flexibility to choose whether to accept work offered to you. We’ll provide an approximate number of hours you may be asked to work, however there is no obligation for work to be offered, and there’s no obligation for you to accept the work offered.

As an ALS Support Worker, you’ll provide personalised support to students with a range of additional learning needs, including those with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Working one-to-one, with small groups and within the classroom, you’ll help students overcome barriers to learning, develop their independence and achieve their goals.

Working closely with teaching and support colleagues, you’ll adapt your approach to meet each student’s individual needs, helping them to engage with learning and get the most from their time at College. This could include supporting academic activities, adapting learning materials and, where required, providing personal care while maintaining the student’s dignity, choice and independence.

Just as importantly, you’ll provide encouragement and emotional and pastoral support, helping students to build confidence, resilience and independence. You’ll monitor progress, provide feedback and contribute to student reviews, including those relating to EHCPs.

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can see the difference your support makes, while benefiting from the flexibility of variable hours, this could be the opportunity for you.

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