Lead LSA

West London College; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution is seeking a committed Lead Learning Support Assistant to enhance inclusive practices. This role involves coordinating support for learners with additional needs, mentoring Learning Support Assistants, and acting as a liaison with families and professionals. Key responsibilities include implementing inclusive strategies and promoting a culture of high expectations. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and a solid understanding of safeguarding practices. A diverse array of benefits is provided to support team members.

Benefits

Generous Holiday Allowance

Eye care vouchers

Cycle to Work scheme

Interest-free loans for Season tickets, Computers

Contributory average salary with Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Continuous Professional Development Events (CPD)

Access to Perkbox, rewards and discounts

Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Discount at on-site hair and beauty salon

Qualifications

• Experience in a learning support role with a focus on inclusion.
• Ability to lead and mentor a team effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the SENCo in inclusive support strategies.
• Serve as primary contact for stakeholders.
• Mentor and coach LSAs for professional growth.
• Coordinate support interventions for positive outcomes.
• Promote inclusion and high expectations for all learners.

Skills

Experience working in a learning support or inclusion role

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to lead, support and develop a team

Understanding of inclusive education and safeguarding practices

Job description

Hours : 36 hours

Contract : Permanent, term-time only

Salary : £35, - £38, per annum

Closing Date : 7th January

Location : Cross-Campus

About Us

At West London College, we are committed to championing innovation and creativity, and we invite you to join us on this journey. We welcome applicants who can share our values of Ambition, Innovation, Accountability, Collaboration and Inclusion.

We have three college sites across West London : Ealing, Hammersmith, and Southall. By bringing your skills to the College, you will have a wonderful opportunity to make a difference in our students’ education and future. As a diverse College in the UK, we offer an exciting, innovative and stimulating work environment with a wide variety of employment opportunities.

For further information about the College, please visit our website.

Lead Learning Support Assistant

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Lead Learning Support Assistant to join our team and help drive inclusive practice across our educational setting. This is a key role supporting learners with a range of additional needs and ensuring that every learner has access to the support they need to thrive.

Working under the direction of the SENCo, you will be responsible for coordinating learning support provision, ensuring effective communication between staff, learners, families and external partners. You will also act as the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, providing a responsive and professional interface for all support-related matters.

In addition, you will serve as a line manager, coach and mentor for Learning Support Assistants (LSAs), offering training, guidance, and day‑time support to build their confidence and capacity in delivering high‑quality assistance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the SENCo in implementing and monitoring inclusive support strategies.
• Act as the primary contact for staff, families, and external professionals.
• Mentor and coach LSAs to promote professional growth and effective practice.
• Coordinate and evaluate support interventions to ensure positive outcomes.
• Promote a culture of inclusion and high expectations for all learners.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Experience working in a learning support or inclusion role.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to lead, support and develop a team.
• Understanding of inclusive education and safeguarding practices.

What we offer

Our team are important to us, and we offer a wide range of benefits to recognise the hard work put into supporting our learners. As a member of the support team, you will receive :

• Generous Holiday Allowance, plus bank holidays and college closure days at Christmas
• Eye care vouchers
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Interest‑free loans for Season tickets, Computers
• Contributory average salary with Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Continuous Professional Development Events (CPD)
• Access to Perkbox, our rewards and discount platform
• Access to the Colleges Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Discount at the College's on‑site hair and beauty salon.