Why Choose the Learning Support Centre in 2016
Who are we: The Learning Support Centre are a Midlands based Non Medical Help (NMH) provider founded in 2010 by Laura Cook who has 15 years experience working within this sector.
What support do we provide? Study Skills, Assistive Technology training, Specialist Mentoring, Mobility, Library, Exam, Practical Support Assistance and support in the workplace via Access to Work.
What can you expect: Support tailored especially for you, you will be matched to a member of our support team based on your preferences. You are encouraged to provide feedback and by offering an open-door policy you can come and discuss your support at any time. We ensure quick responses to queries and our based close to the DeMontfort University campus.
Meet our team:
Amy – Amy coordinates the LSC Care provision and satellite support, and is the direct line manager for all Personal Assistants and Staff working outside of Leicestershire. This includes: coordination of hours, timetable queries, client queries or concerns, training and development, accidents or incidents, client feedback
Jayne – Jayne provides support for Study Skills Tutors and Assistive Technology Trainers. Jayne also takes a lead role in exploring new business opportunities Jayne’s role includes: Tutor/Trainer continual professional development, observations, reviews, tutor/training resources, assistive technology allocations, additional hours requests
Mala – Mala coordinates all note-taking and mentoring support Leicester/shire and is the direct line manager for all note takers and mentors working in Leicestershire. This includes: coordination of hours, timetable queries, coordination of exam support, client queries or concerns, training and development, accidents or incidents, client feedback
What our clients say about us:
“The support I receive is reliable, punctual and flexible.” BA Hons Community Justice
“The support I received exceeded my expectations. The methods I have learnt have allowed me to work faster and plan my work in a more effective manner.” BSc Animation Design
“Attending sessions has helped me to maintain my focus throughout my studies and has helped me to organise myself.” BA Hons Business Studies
“The support has meant I have achieved a higher percentage in assessments, I have learnt how to structure essays, reading strategies and exam tips.” BA Hons History
“The support has been of a very high standard and very helpful.” BA Hons Drama Studies
“The notes have been brilliant, I definitely want to continue with this support next year, the support worker has been great.” BSc Hons Pharmacy
“My mentor is very genuine and very nice; she encourages my personal development by building my confidence.” BA Hons Business and Management.
“I find the support helpful and constructive.” BSc Applied Criminology.
“My support worker is supportive and easy to approach.” MA Social Work