Learning Assistant - Learning Support Department

Exeter College; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Exeter is seeking a Learning Assistant to support students with learning and emotional difficulties. This role focuses on empowering young people through individual and group support while ensuring their independence. The position offers term-time only work, guaranteeing significant holiday time. Additional benefits include a generous pension scheme, paid training, and discounts at various retailers. Applicants should have GCSEs in Maths & English and possess a caring, patient attitude.

Benefits

Extra 17% of salary paid into your pension

Paid training days

Free wellbeing activities

Discounts at hundreds of retailers

Term-time only contracts

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above) are required.
• A positive, patient, and caring approach is essential.
• Desire to empower and support young people is important.

Responsibilities

• Support students with learning/emotional difficulties.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support.
• Help with personal care and/or physical support as needed.

Skills

Positive approach

Patience

Ability to empower young people

Education

GCSEs in Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above)

Job description

Learning Assistant – Learning Support Department

Looking for a rewarding role? Love working with young people? Would you like all the school holidays off? Due to growing student numbers, we still have a few exciting vacancies available. Don't miss your chance to be part of a supportive team who make a real difference every day.

You’ll support students with learning/emotional difficulties, helping them thrive in the classroom and become more independent. Some students may need one-on-one support, while others will benefit from small group sessions. If you’re happy to help with personal care and/or physical support, we’d especially love to hear from you.

What you’ll need

• GCSEs in Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above)
• A positive, patient, and caring approach
• A desire to empower and support young people

What hours will I work?

Our roles are term‑time only, meaning you’re guaranteed 13 weeks’ holiday every year. Whether you’re looking for part‑time work or flexible hours, we can help you find a schedule that fits. Our contracts range from 18 – 30 hours per week, with lessons timetabled from 8:50 am to 4:40 pm.

Why join us?

• Extra 17 % of salary paid into your pension
• Paid training days
• Free wellbeing activities
• Discounts at hundreds of retailers
• Term‑time only contracts

Benefits

We’ll give you incredibly generous holidays and a superb pension scheme. You’ll also get a package of amazing benefits, including free counselling and discounted supermarket shopping, spa treatments, electric cars and paddle‑boarding.

Applying for the role

If you’re reading this on our website, click on the “Apply” button below. If you’re reading this advert on another site, visit our vacancies page.

This position will close at Midnight 26th January 2026. Interviews will be held in Exeter on 4th/5th February 2026.

No CVs or agencies please.

Equality and diversity

Everyone’s welcome to apply for a role here, regardless of personal characteristics, including race, age, gender, religion, ability, disability, or sexuality.

We’re totally committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students, and we expect you to be too. We follow safer recruitment statutory guidance (Keeping Children’s Safe in Education). If you’re successful, you’ll be required to complete thorough pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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