First Aid Qualified Learning Support Assistant

Randstad Staffing; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Randstad Staffing partners with a Bromley FE college to recruit a compassionate Learning Support Assistant and First Aider who will support learners with SEN.

This role focuses on helping students achieve EHCP targets, providing educational and personal care support, and acting as the designated first aider on site during term-time.

The college offers a supportive environment with assistive technologies, with a requirement for Level 2 English and Maths and First Aid certification.

Qualifications

• Essential First Aid certification (or willingness to gain)
• Level 2 English and Maths (or equivalent)
• Understanding of safeguarding and supporting learners with SEN

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored educational, personal development and accessibility support to learners with SEN across diverse curriculum areas.
• Act as a designated College First Aider, responding to campus medical needs and ensuring learner safety.
• Support learners with personal care, mobility needs, and well-being with dignity and respect.
• Assist in delivering EHCP outcomes and person-centred support plans.
• Help students develop self-advocacy, study skills and confidence to access college services.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and external key workers to update support plans and report progression

Skills

First Aid certification

Safeguarding awareness

Empathy & flexibility

Education

Level 2 English

Level 2 Maths

Job description

Job Title: First Aid Qualified Learning Support Assistant

Location: Bromley

Working Pattern: Term Time Only

Salary: £27,875 - £28,701

The Opportunity

We are partnering with a prominent Further Education college in Bromley to recruit a compassionate, proactive Learning Support Assistant & First Aider. This pivotal role allows you to make a meaningful daily impact, helping young people and adult learners with special educational needs (SEN) overcome barriers to learning, achieve their EHCP targets, and build independent futures.

About the Setting

Situated in Bromley, this vibrant post-16 and adult education college offers an inclusive, supportive environment dedicated to lifelong learning. The college is equipped with specialist learning facilities and modern assistive technologies, fostering a collaborative culture where support staff work flexibly to promote student accessibility, well-being, and personal growth.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Provide tailored educational, personal development, and accessibility support to learners with SEN across diverse curriculum areas.
• Act as an active, designated College First Aider, responding swiftly to campus medical needs and ensuring learner safety.
• Support learners with personal care, mobility needs, and physical well-being with dignity and respect.
• Assist in delivering outcomes outlined in individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and person-centred support plans.
• Help students develop self-advocacy, study skills, and confidence to access all college services and activities.
• Collaborate with teaching staff, support coordinators, and external key workers to update support plans and report progression.

What We Are Looking For

• Qualifications: Essential First Aid certification (or immediate willingness to gain certification), alongside Level 2 (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Characteristics: Empathetic, flexible, and enthusiastic, with an understanding of safeguarding and a commitment to supporting learners with personal care and mobility needs.
• Transport & Commute: Ability to commute reliably to Bromley for a term-time schedule.

Safeguarding & Compliance

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to a strict compliance process, including an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service, verification of qualifications, right to work in the UK, and full explanation of all CV employment gaps.

experience

Non Teaching

skills

communication