Cover Student Support Assistant

Basingstoke College of Technology; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Annual leave

Discounts

Free onsite parking

On-site gym

Job summary

Basingstoke College of Technology is seeking a Cover Student Support Assistant to support learners with EHCPs across college lessons. You will work closely with curriculum teams to ensure effective in-class support and enable learners to succeed in their programmes.

The role emphasises safeguarding, equality, and continuous learning improvement within a supportive college environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learners with EHCPs in classroom settings.
• Ability to collaborate with curriculum teams to optimise learning.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting learner welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support across college lessons for learners with EHCPs.
• Work with curriculum teams to ensure effective support and learning outcomes.
• Contribute to delivering outstanding learning and learner success.

Skills

Maths

English

Foundation learning programmes

Job description

# Cover Student Support AssistantEmployer: Basingstoke College of TechnologyLocation: Basingstoke, HampshireContract Type: PermanentHours: Full Time, Term TimeSalary: £21,503.52 to £23,335.95Posted: 23rd October 2026Expires: 8th November 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1581173* Share :* Print**Learner Support Team****Cover Student Support Assistant****FTE:** 0.810811 (37 hours per week, 36 weeks per year - part time hours will be considered)**Salary:** from £21,503.52 to £23,335.95 (Pro rata from £26,521.00 to £28,781.00, salary depends on qualifications and experience)**Closing date:** 08/11/2026**Interviews will take place on:** 19/11/2026This is an exciting opportunity to work within BCoT's support team to deliver in class support across all college lessons to learners with EHCPs who have a variety of learning needs. You will work closely with the curriculum teams to ensure there is effective support. The successful candidate will constantly strive to produce outstanding learning at all times to ensure that all learners succeed in their chosen programmes.**We are particularly keen for people to apply who have skills/expertise and knowledge within:*** Maths and English* Foundation learning programmes**Please note:*** Applicants must have current authorisation to work in the UK, as we do not offer sponsorship on this role* This role is employed by Basingstoke College of Technology Professional Services Limited - BPS are a subsidiary of BCoT**We have some amazing benefits on offer:*** Member of the People's Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility)* Excellent Annual Leave Entitlements, including Bank Holidays and Christmas Closure* Discount on Major Retailers via BCoT App* Free Onsite Parking* Free On-site Gym* Nursery, Restaurants, Barbering & Hair & Beauty Discounts* Season Ticket Loans (restrictions apply)* Cycle to Work Scheme (restrictions apply)* Opportunity to complete professional qualifications relevant to your position at no additional cost (restrictions apply)**Wellbeing:*** Wellbeing Day* Summer Staff Barbeque* Christmas Staff Luncheon* 24 hour access to EAP* Free Annual Flu Jab**About Us!**Basingstoke College of Technology is a leading and well-respected further education college situated in North Hampshire, easily accessible and with excellent transport links to surrounding areas. We provide a wide range of technical training courses, have an extensive apprenticeship programme and an increasing portfolio of Higher Education courses.Basingstoke College of Technology is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. The postholder is expected to share this commitment, adhere to all College safeguarding and child protection policies, complete mandatory training, and report any concerns promptly.Extent of Contact with Students: High. This role involves direct, frequent, and regular contact with students, including regulated activity and unsupervised support.BCoT is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.The college is rated Good by Ofsted, with Outstanding features, has continued to improve since its last inspection and has maintained outstanding financial health for many years.### AttachmentsCover SSA - Learner Support JD (Jan 2025)### Safeguarding Statement:*BCoT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its learners, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure (payable by BCoT) as well as providing proof of the right to work in the UK.**This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the College is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are \"spent\" unless they are \"protected\" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.*