Project Co-ordinator/Classroom Assistant
Job Description:
Salary: National minimum wage/National living wage (age dependent)
Location: Reach Newark, Hawtonville Community Centre, St Mary’s Gardens, Newark NG24 4JQ
Hours: Normal Hours of work – 28 hours per week– (Mon, Wed + Thurs 9.45am - 3.45pm, Tues 9am - 3.30pm, Fri 9.15am - 3.15pm + approx. fortnightly social group Wednesday evenings 6pm – 8.30pm) (Extra hours will be paid as overtime or taken as time in lieu).
Can you help us Reach beyond expectation?
We seek a hardworking, dynamic and enthusiastic individual to play an active role in supporting clients at our Reach Newark day services.
The successful candidate will have a person-centred approach towards supporting people with learning disabilities. You will need to be committed to delivering a high standard of support, be non-judgmental and be willing to get stuck in and work as part of a successful team. Duties will include facilitating sessions and providing support to our tutors within sessions, providing one-to-one support for identified clients, including personal care and maintaining accurate records. Good communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as well as an enthusiastic and positive outlook. Basic IT and administration skills are also required. The successful candidate will also be required to work at our other sites.
We are looking for a team-player who is keen to get involved in all aspects of Reach’s work, including a willingness to help with fundraising activities.
We offer competitive packages, friendly working environment, and career development opportunities. Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service checks required.
To Apply:
· In order to apply you MUST complete our online Application Form. Please copy and paste the link below into your browser:
https://reachuk.org/get-involved/work-for-reach-ld/apply-for-a-job-newark-pc/
· Any other queries email [email protected]
Deadline for applications: Wednesday 8th July 2026 (Midday)
@ReachLD Reach Learning Disability. Registered charity no: 1076318
Project Co-ordinator/Classroom Assistant
Job Purpose:
Support a Reach Centre’s objectives and contribute to its targets by undertaking a broad range of delivery and support activities for Centre staff and clients. The role is not suitable for home or hybrid working.
Key Responsibilities:
Classroom
- Set up and clear down for classroom sessions including sourcing materials and equipment as required.
- Support Tutors in the delivery of their sessions and cover as and when required (training will be given).
- Ensure the safety and wellbeing of clients during activities.
- Undertake cleaning as required.
Clients
- Provide support for groups of clients with additional needs in sessions (on or off the premises).
- Provide shared lunchtime supervision of clients, normally between 1200 and 1300.
- Provide personal care including administering medication as and when required (training will be provided).
- Provide 1:1 support for an identified client in sessions (on or off the premises).
Administration
- Support Tutor’s administrative tasks including photocopying, printing etc.
Other Duties
- Generally, support the Centre Manager in the development and delivery of services.
- Attend required training in Safeguarding, Data Protection, Health & Safety, First Aid and any other subjects identified as a requirement for the role.
- Access and contribute to supervisions and appraisals with the line manager at agreed intervals.
- Work, always, in accordance with Reach policies and procedures.
- Assist with provision of refreshments and cleaning/washing up.
- Attend staff briefings and meetings as required.
- Communicate effectively with team members, clients and carers.
Reach retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position to meet the needs of the Charity.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
- Works well and efficiently in a team and independently.
- Communicate clearly and concisely through a variety of methods (verbal and written).
- Good time management, enabling deadlines and time scales to be met.
- Flexible and adaptable approach to their work.
- Works collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders.
- Solution-focused and has a can-do attitude to problem-solving.
- Proactive, concise and considered in decision-making.
- Good attention to detail within their work.
- Self-motivated to make a positive difference and elicit individual and organisational growth.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience working with adults with learning disabilities.
- Experience in using IT.
- Good knowledge and experience of safeguarding.
- Can drive and is willing to travel for work purposes.
- Creative and innovative in their ways of working.
Key Skills & Qualifications
- Person-centred working and non-judgemental approach.
- Able to maintain strict confidentiality of all personal and sensitive information, complying with GDPR and safeguarding standards.
- Basic Health & Safety.
- English – for written and spoken communication.
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- Approachable and empathetic.
Being a ‘Reach Person’:
- Inspires trust and confidence in others.
- Treat others with dignity and respect to create an environment that contributes significantly to everyone feeling safe, encouraged and valued.
- Promotes innovation, inclusion and diversity that provides everyone with the right to aspire.
- Can build and maintain strong relationships by taking time and investing effort to understand the unique needs and goals of the organisation and individuals.
- Emphasises and understands the importance of individuals’ rights to participate.
- Understands the importance and, prioritises listening to, the voices of people with learning disabilities and their families.
- Commits to and maintains high standards in every aspect of their work.
- Advocates for people with learning disabilities living independent lives.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, or a genuine interest in working in this field?
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
