Higher Level Learning Support Assistant

Coastland College; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A further education institution in Dorchester is seeking a compassionate Higher Level Learning Support Assistant to support learners with additional needs. This role involves working closely with teaching staff to enhance students' learning experiences and promoting independence among students facing challenges. The ideal candidate should have experience in an educational setting and a commitment to inclusive education. This position offers a term-time role with competitive salary and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlements

Pension Scheme options

Access to confidential support services

Dedicated CPD learning days

Free on-site parking

Free on-site gym

Employee discounts at facilities

Qualifications

• Experience in education setting supporting individuals with disabilities or learning difficulties.
• Ability to adapt teaching strategies to meet diverse learner needs.

Responsibilities

• Support learners with additional needs and promote independence.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to plan and deliver activities.
• Implement support strategies for varied educational challenges.

Skills

Experience supporting young people or adults with additional learning needs

Commitment to inclusive education

Compassionate and proactive approach

Job description

Who we are:

Coastland College is a General Further Education College spread across two campuses – one situated on the stunning Jurassic coastline in Weymouth and the other on a beautiful 18th Century Estate near the market town of Dorchester. As a newly united organisation, we’re bringing together the best of both Weymouth College and Kingston Maurward College to create an even stronger learning experience, with enhanced resources, a broader range of courses and industry-standard facilities.

We are Connected | We are Courageous | We are Dynamic | We are Empowering | We are Welcoming

With our combined expertise and resources, Coastland College is now one of the most dynamic and versatile further education providers in the region. From A-Levels to vocational courses and land-based studies to Apprenticeships, we have one purpose: to inspire our students and apprentices for individual success beyond expectation, ensuring that they are future-ready and prepared for today and tomorrow’s world.

Our supportive and dedicated community of staff place our students at the heart of everything they do, ensuring every learner thrives.

What we offer:

Whatever your reasons for wanting to join our college community, we promise you a warm welcome and a highly supportive, flexible approach to your work - designed to help you reach your full potential. We also offer many great benefits, all with the aim of supporting your health, wellbeing and personal development:

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 holiday days, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time roles) increasing by one additional day for each completed year of service, up to a maximum of 30 days after five years of continuous service.
• Additional 3 efficiency closure days over Christmas and an additional 4 days over Easter.
• Generous Pension Scheme through either the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) / Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS) depending on your role
• Access to Care First - our FREE confidential emotional support and practical advice scheme
• Dedicated CPD learning days to support learning and development
• Family friendly policies
• A person-centred annual appraisal focusing on your wellbeing and CPD
• Free on-site parking
• Free on-site gym
• Employee discounts at on-site facilities such as Signature Hair & Beauty Salon, The Avenue Restaurant and The Bay Theatre.
• Wide range of Health and Wellbeing initiatives to support staff including Corporate Eyecare voucher scheme, free and confidential staff counselling and a trained team of Mental Health First Aiders

About your role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Higher Level Learning Support Assistant to join our team.

Coastland College is a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-thinking FE college committed to providing outstanding education and support for all learners. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where every student can thrive—academically, socially, and personally. Our Learning Support Team plays a crucial role in ensuring learners with additional needs achieve their full potential.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Higher Level Learning Support Assistant (HLLSA) to join our dynamic team based on the Kingston Maurward campus of our college. You will play a key role in supporting learners with a range of additional needs, including learning difficulties, disabilities, autism, and social, emotional, or mental health challenges.

Working closely with teaching staff, you will contribute to the planning and delivery of learning activities, implement support strategies, and promote independence and inclusion across the college. You will be a compassionate and proactive individual with a genuine commitment to inclusive education. You’ll have experience supporting young people or adults with additional learning needs in an educational setting and be confident in adapting your approach to meet diverse learner needs.

So, if you share our values and have the ambition to join us on our journey to continued success, we would love to hear from you.

The important bit:

Coastland College is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. A copy of our Safeguarding Policy can be found on the College website.

Please see our Job Description, Person Specification and Conditions of Service for more information about the role and what it’s like to be part of our team.

Hours and Salary:

This position is term-time only for 39 working weeks, paid for 44.65 weeks.

37 hours per week, Monday - Friday.

Salary: £22,444.89 per annum (£26,210 FTE).