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Location

Ashford, Kent | United Kingdom

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Job description

Enthusiastic, motivated, considerate, and patient. Is this you?

Are you looking for a flexible role and would like to make a difference to adults with learning disabilities?

We are looking to appoint a great Life Skills Assistant to join the team within our land-based and classroom-based Life Skills Services. This includes working within the Rare Breeds Centre, Granary Restaurant, Plants and Produce, Art at the Farm, and Poulton Wood.

As a Flexi (Casual) Life Skills Assistant you will work ad-hoc hours supporting adults with learning disabilities develop their skills in a supportive real-life setting.

Canterbury Oast Trust

Canterbury Oast Trust provides quality development opportunities for adults with learning disabilities in a variety of vocational subjects and settings across Kent.

The Life Skills Assistant Role

As a Life Skills Assistant you will contribute and assist in the development and delivery of planned daily Life Skills activities for students

You will also provide informal training and guidance to students in achieving their identified needs, wellbeing, and aspirations.

About you

As a Life Skills Assistant you will ideally have previous experience working in a people orientated or educational role.

You will have good:

1. verbal communication skills for providing explanations and delivering feedback
2. and written communication skills to ensure accurate and up to date training records

You will ideally have an appreciation of the needs of people with learning disabilities.

A positive approach to learning is required, along with consideration, patience, and calmness in supporting students

Pay and Benefits

• Rate: £10.47 per hour
• Flexible Ad-Hoc hours
• An established team with an allocated central contact
• Shift Allowances (Weekend Shifts £0.70 per hour).
• Enhancements for bank holidays
• Paid DBS check
• Receive a full induction and training
• Excellent training and development opportunities

Eligibility

All appointments are subject to:

• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK
• An enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service
• Two satisfactory references (one of which must be from your current or most recent employer)

Interested?

If you believe you have the right values for our organisation and meet the requirements of the Life Skills Assistant role then we would love to hear from you.

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Salary

£10.47 per hour