KM Recruitment is a specialist UK wide recruiter for the Skills and Employability sectors.Job Title: Learning Support Assistant / Employment CoachLocation: Centre basedSalary: £24,000Type: Permanent (7 hours per day)Duties:Work alongside Tutors, to ensure a positive and inclusive learning environment is fostered, and that learners are provided with individualised support to maintain engagement with course materials and learning activities.Offer tailored guidance and support to learners with additional needs - primarily on a 1:1 basis - ensuring their needs are met.Build relationships with local employers and key stakeholders to secure work experience opportunities for your caseload of learners.Monitor the progress of learners within their work experience placements.Assist in the development of inspiring and creative learning activities/resources which cater to diverse learner needs.Offer continuous support, through addressing any barriers to engagement and learning, and supporting your learners to remain focussed on their goals and aspirations, ensuring a positive environment is fostered for their own personal growth. Essential Criteria:Must hold own Functional Skills in English and Maths, at Level 2.Experience in liaising with employers, ideally to secure work placement or Apprenticeship opportunities.Possess a strong understanding of the challenges faced by young people (16-19), relating to employment and career development.Must possess strong communication and interpersona