EHCP Learning Support Assistant

Learning Curve Group; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Westfield Health cashback

Job summary

Learning Curve Group are seeking an EHCP Learning Support Assistant to support learners at Wakefield Military Academy. This fixed-term role supports post-16 learners with additional needs and requires a strong SEND background.

You will work 12 hours per week across Monday and Thursday, with term-time terms until 30 June 2027, providing structured interventions, adapting materials, and recording progress for SENCo reviews. Applicants should have GCSE Maths/English and NVQ3 or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 2 years experience working with Post 16 learners.
• Knowledge and experience of working with Post 16 learners with EHCPs.
• GCSE, 'O' Level or equivalent qualifications in Maths and English.
• NVQ3 or equivalent as recognised by the National Occupational Standards for Supporting Teaching and Learning.
• Knowledge and understanding of the different social, cultural and physical needs of learners.
• Training in aspects of SEN (e.g., ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism, SEMH).
• Calm and patient attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide structured support using a range of effective interventions within a classroom or outdoor setting.
• Aid access to the full range of learning experiences and modify materials as required.
• Provide positive reinforcement, praise and emotional support to learners.
• Advise and support Tutors with making necessary adjustments for learners with SEND.
• Ensure Learning Support Plans and contact logs are updated accurately and timely.
• Work as part of the team to support learners' wellbeing and development.

Skills

Post 16 learners experience

EHCP knowledge

Calm and patient

Education

GCSE Maths and English

NVQ3 or equivalent

Job description

Vacancy Name

EHCP Learning Support Assistant

Vacancy No

VN5854

Location City

Wakefield

Location Postal Code

WF1 1DW

Contract Type

Fixed Term Contract

Hours per week

12.00

Working Days & Times

Monday 09:00 - 15:30 & Thursday 09:00 - 15:30

Salary Minimum Pounds

£16.5

Salary Maximum Pounds

£18.5

Description

Learning Curve Group are a national training and education specialist we work with further education providers, employers, and learners to help them achieve success. We have strong values which are all centred around our learners – and that is how we believe it should be, as we impact on over 100,000 of them every year. Our 'Purple People', the dedicated and passionate people of LCG, help us to deliver success no matter what, to achieve our vision to 'transform lives through learning'.

Role Information

Our academies' provision at Learning Curve Group supports thousands of learners to gain hands‑on experience in their chosen profession, whether that be Hair & Beauty, Military, or Construction.

As a Learning Support Assistant at our Military Academy in Wakefield, you will assist our learners with additional learning needs. This unique role is a part‑time role on a fixed‑term basis. A strong background in supporting young people with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) is essential.

Please note that this is on a fixed‑term basis until 30th June 2027 with closures as follows:

• October Half Term (1 week)
• December Half Term (2 weeks)
• February Half Term (1 week)
• April Half Term (1 Week)
• May Half Term (1 Week)
• Provide structured support using a range of effective interventions (as per their EHCP Plan) within a class and/or outdoor setting
• To aid access to the full range of learning experiences and provide modified materials as required e.g. worksheets, games, visual prompt cards etc.
• Provide positive reinforcements, praise and emotional support to learners
• Advise and support Tutors with making necessary adjustments for Learners with learning support needs
• Ensure Learning Support Plans and contact logs are updated accurately and timely
• Work as part of the team to ensure that the well being and personal development of the Learner enhances their learning opportunities and life skills.
• Agree learning support aims and interventions with the learner and set these out in the Learning Support Plan
• Provide regular feedback to the SENCo and, where necessary, relevant outside agencies about any pupil's difficulties and progress.
• Contribute to the Learners' annual review by writing a brief report and attending the meeting
• Foster links with External Agencies and Carers
• Facilitate inclusion in small group activities with learners and support interaction between them.
• Attend in service training and relevant meetings relevant to the post in order to keep up to date with developments
• Carry out tasks and responsibilities under the direction of the SENCo
• Conduct your role in line with the company values and expected behaviours
• Promote equal opportunities and recognition of diversity throughout the company
• Comply with the Safeguarding, Prevent and Health and Safety Policies and be vigilant to potential concerns and risks at all times
• Ensure confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Provide learners, customers and colleagues with support, advice guidance as part of your everyday role

Essentia Criteria

• Must have a Minimum of 2 years experience working with Post 16 Learners
• Knowledge and experience of working with Post 16 learners with Educational Health Care Plans (EHCP)
• GCSE, 'O' Level or equivalent qualifications in Maths and English.
• NVQ3 or equivalent as recognised by the National Occupational Standards for Supporting Teaching and Learning
• knowledge and understanding of the different social, cultural and physical needs of Learners
• Have training in aspects of SEN, i.e. ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism, SEMH etc
• Calm and patient attitude

Why work for Learning Curve group?

There are many reasons that make Learning Curve Group a fantastic place to work!

Although we have some great benefits, we know that one of our biggest perks is the incredible people & culture we have been lucky enough to create. Don't just take our word for it though, you can hear from some of our Purple People here: Click me

Alongside meaningful work and opportunities to develop your career, you'll have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:

Our Benefits

• 36-hour working week for all full-time employees. For many colleagues, this means an early finish at 3:30 pm on a Friday!
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave each year
• Additional annual leave entitlement linked to length of service from 2 years
• Westfield Health cashback healthcare scheme
• Enhanced family leave
• Tech Scheme
• IKEA Benefit Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• One paid volunteering day per year
• Exclusive retail, lifestyle, and education discounts
• Uniform provided
• Access to a range of learning and development opportunities
• Employee recognition initiatives and wellbeing support

HEAD OFFICE PERKS

We wish we could provide these to all, but as a national company its not always possible. However, these perks are available to all staff when they attend our incredible Head Office space.

• Electric Car charging points
• Free fruit, Coffee and Tea
• Onsite Shower
• Prayer room on request or list of nearest available places of worship

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

You're unique - and we love that about you. As an equal opportunity employer, we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Don't just take our word for it though! Our commitment to a number of covenants and pledges will show you just how serious we are about equal opportunities for all.

Halo Code

Learning Curve Group stand against hair discrimination in the workplace and champion the right for our Purple People to embrace Afro-Hairstyles including including, but not limited to, afros, locs, twists, braids, cornrows, fades, hair straightened through the application of heat or chemicals, weaves, wigs, headscarves, and wraps.

Disability Confident Leader

Disability Confident Leader status is the highest level of the scheme. It is awarded to organisations that act as champions for the rights of disabled people within their networks and who lead the way to make other businesses to become disability confident. At LCG we understand the need to remove barriers to create a level playing field. That's why if you require any reasonable adjustments to the interview and/or workplace, we welcome a discussion.

Armed Forces Covenant Gold

12% of our entire workforce are veterans of the armed forces and as such as its only right we show our support by pledging to the Armed Forces Covenant. It is a promise to those who serve or who have served, and their families, which says we will do all we can to ensure they are treated fairly and not disadvantaged in their day-to-day lives. As part of this promise, Reservists will receive an additional 10 days paid leave to attend training.

• Domestic Abuse Covenant
• Care Leaver Covenant
• Working Chance
• Ban the box

Recruitment Checks

Learners are at the centre of everything we do so we are committed to safeguarding and promoting their welfare. The successful applicant will be required to provide satisfactory references and prove their eligibility to work in the UK. For this role, we will also carry out adverse media checks and also need to carry out a DBS check and will ask information related to previous convictions if you are shortlisted for interview.

Please be assured that a previous conviction does not automatically rule you out of a role, unless you are barred from working with children or adults. We will follow our risk assessment process to understand age of, context and relevance to the conviction(s).

Education Level

Vocational

Level of Vocational Experience

2 years

Applications Close Date

15 Oct 2026