Health Care Assistant / Learning Support Assistant (32.5 hours per week)

Brockenhurst College; Brockenhurst; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Brockenhurst College is seeking a Healthcare / Learning Support Assistant for its Independence Hub. The role involves providing support to students with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities, helping them develop independence and well-being. Successful candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience in health and social care.

Benefits

25 days leave plus Bank Holidays

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

On-site Nursery

Local Government Pension Scheme

Free eye care vouchers

Free secure onsite parking

Access to discounts

Access to onsite Gym and sports facilities

Qualifications

• Educational qualifications to GCSE standard in Maths and English required.
• Level 3 in Health and Social Care preferred.
• Experience in a healthcare environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide health, learning, and well-being support to students.
• Assist with personal care and learning strategies.
• Maintain records of student progress and behavior.

Skills

Communication

Personal Care

Support for Diverse Needs

Education

GCSE in Maths and English

Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care

NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health and Social Care

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29.06.2025

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Health Care Assistant / Learning Support Assistant (32.5 hours per week)

The Foundation Independence Hub at Brockenhurst College have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare / Learning Support Assistant to join the team on a permanent, annualised hours basis, working 32.5 hours per week, 40 weeks per year. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £23,556 per annum pro rata.

As part of Hampshire County Council’s Living Futures pathway for young people with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND), we are equipped to deliver an appropriate education and training resource provision through our Independence Hub. This is to support young people with SEND to remain in their local community and engage in inclusive post-16 education. Our Independence Hub facilitates high-quality, accessible and effective learning inside Hampshire’s Further Education network. This is to support Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and young people with complex needs to develop the independent living skills they need to participate and thrive, both at college and in the wider community.

For more information about our Independence Hub, please visit

About the role:

As the Healthcare / Learning Support Assistant, you will provide health, learning and well-being support and assistance to Foundation Independence Hub students who have identified care and learning needs.

Organisation Brockenhurst College Curriculum/Support Area Foundation & Inclusive Learning Contract Type Permanent Employment Basis Annualised Hours Contracted working hours 32.5 hours per week Location Brockenhurst College Salary £23,556 (pro rata, per annum) Closing date 29/06/2025 Documents

Health Care Assistant / Learning Support Assistant (32.5 hours per week)

The Foundation Independence Hub at Brockenhurst College have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare / Learning Support Assistant to join the team on a permanent, annualised hours basis, working 32.5 hours per week, 40 weeks per year. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £23,556 per annum pro rata.

As part of Hampshire County Council’s Living Futures pathway for young people with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND), we are equipped to deliver an appropriate education and training resource provision through our Independence Hub. This is to support young people with SEND to remain in their local community and engage in inclusive post-16 education. Our Independence Hub facilitates high-quality, accessible and effective learning inside Hampshire’s Further Education network. This is to support Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and young people with complex needs to develop the independent living skills they need to participate and thrive, both at college and in the wider community.

For more information about our Independence Hub, please visit

About the role:

As the Healthcare / Learning Support Assistant, you will provide health, learning and well-being support and assistance to Foundation Independence Hub students who have identified care and learning needs.

Organisation Brockenhurst College Curriculum/Support Area Foundation & Inclusive Learning Contract Type Permanent Employment Basis Annualised Hours Contracted working hours 32.5 hours per week Location Brockenhurst College Salary £23,556 (pro rata, per annum) Closing date 29/06/2025 Documents

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Responsibilities as our Healthcare / Learning Support Assistant will include:

Providing high levels of personal care showing respect for dignity of individuals

Undertaking intimate personal care

From existing documentation and the student profile and in consultation with tutor, identify a range of strategies for supporting individual students.

Taking into account the particular needs involved, aid the student(s) to learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and individually

Contributing to the maintenance of student progress records by feeding back to the tutor in relation to progress and achievement of students, including reference to attitude and behaviour.

Supporting learning activities and develop students’ competence and independence, including ICT

Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate internal nominee.

As our Healthcare / Learning Support Assistant, you’ll ideally have:

Educational qualifications to GCSE standard in Maths, English

Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care or Level 3 National Diploma in Health and Social care or NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health and Social Care

Experience in working in a healthcare environment (this is preferable over a social care environment) specialist schools, one to one specialist support

The ability to relate well to students with a diverse range of needs

Experience of using hoists and related equipment for personal care

The ability to communicate and establish rapport with young people and colleagues

Benefits:

25 days leave, rising with service, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas closure (pro rata for part time staff)

An option to purchase further leave through our Annual Leave Purchase Scheme

Access to our Employee Assistance Programme provided externally to the College. This is a completely confidential service and is free to all members of staff at the College.

On-site Nursery offers childcare at superb rates in and outside of term time

Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme

Free eye care vouchers

Free secure onsite parking

Access to a range of discounts including shopping, travel and healthcare

Access to onsite Gym, Tennis/Badminton courts, Football pitches (indoor & out)

Weekly staff football

If you feel you are the right candidate for this Healthcare / Learning Support Assistant role, then please click ‘apply’ now! We’d love to hear from you!

Closing Date: Sunday 29 June

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.