Learning Assistant - Crawley [CW9826]

Crawley College; Crawley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Crawley is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to help students requiring additional support. This part-time role involves fostering positive relationships with students and assisting them in their classrooms. Ideal candidates will have experience working with learning difficulties and a GCSE in English. The position offers a supportive work environment and various staff benefits.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Discount schemes

Family friendly policies

Continuous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with students requiring additional support.
• Ability to create positive relationships with students.

Responsibilities

• Support students with learning difficulties in a classroom setting.
• Create positive relationships and assist students in their learning.

Skills

Experience with learning difficulties and disabilities

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

GCSE in English at grade C/4 or above

Job description

Overview

Crawley College, part of the Chichester College Group

Ref: CW9826

Learning Support Assistant

Pro rata of £25,582 per annum, for details on the pro rata salary, see attached job description (page 6)

Up to 32 hours per week, 36 weeks per year

Are you looking to start a rewarding career in education in a part time role that can fit around your personal life and responsibilities?

As a Learning Assistant, you will support students requiring additional help with their programmes of study across various areas within College, creating positive relationships with them and assisting them in a classroom or workshop setting. This will include students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities, including emotional, social, behavioural and mobility needs. The work you do as a Learning Assistant will ensure our students’ have a rewarding and fulfilling experience at college.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will have experience of working with people with learning difficulties and disabilities, as well as effective organisational, interpersonal and communication skills. A GCSE (or equivalent) in English at grade C/4 or above is also essential.

Our Staff Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme - the Group contributes 20.4% of your actual pensionable pay.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days in line with continuous service, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement (paid as part of the salary for Term-Time-Only roles) and a wellbeing day. Plus, the opportunity to purchase up to 5 days additional leave.
• Discount schemes - including discounts on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as our gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).
• Family friendly policies - including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay (dependant on continuous service).
• Continuous professional development opportunities - including development days, funded apprenticeships and access to a range of other courses and activities.
• And much more - check out the Staff Benefits booklet attached to this advert for more information about our fantastic range of benefits available to staff.

With less than a 10 minute walk to the bus and train stations, Crawley College is in the perfect location. Further details about travelling to Crawley College can be found at Travelling to Crawley College | Crawley College

Working in a vibrant and inclusive further education college is an inspiring experience. Our staff have a relentless focus on delivering outstanding teaching, learning and support, where you'll encounter a diverse student body, a positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences. It's an environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning.

Apply now to make a real difference to these learner’s lives!

Closing date: 13 October 2025

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As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

We are an equal opportunities employer.