Learning Coach (LSA) - Spanish Speaking

Think Education Partners Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Think Education Partners Limited is seeking a Learning Coach (LSA) to work at a Sixth Form College in South London. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, helping students access their studies and build confidence.

You will support students with Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, using Spanish where appropriate to aid communication, and liaise with teachers and the SEND team. The aim is to foster independence and effective study skills while safeguarding students.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish and English is required.
• Experience supporting SEND/LD in educational settings.
• Experience in education, youth work, mentoring or similar roles is beneficial.
• Ability to adapt communication and learning approaches for neurodiverse students.
• Strong boundaries, safeguarding and professional conduct are essential.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group learning support
• Supporting students with Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia and related learning needs
• Using Spanish where appropriate to support communication, understanding and engagement
• Helping students understand lesson content, assignments and instructions
• Supporting organisation, planning, time management and executive-functioning skills
• Breaking down tasks and information into manageable steps
• Helping students develop effective study strategies
• Supporting emotional regulation, confidence and engagement with college life
• Encouraging independence rather than creating dependency
• Liaising appropriately with teachers and the SEND team
• Contributing to student support plans and recording progress where required

Skills

Spanish & English

SEND experience

Education experience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Job description

Learning Coach (LSA) - Spanish Speaking

Sixth Form College | SEND / Additional Learning Support

Location: South London

The Role

Working closely with teaching staff, the SEND/Additional Learning Support team and other professionals, you will help students access their studies, develop confidence and become increasingly independent learners.

• Providing 1:1 and small-group learning support
• Supporting students with Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia and related learning needs
• Using Spanish where appropriate to support communication, understanding and engagement
• Helping students understand lesson content, assignments and instructions
• Supporting organisation, planning, time management and executive-functioning skills
• Breaking down tasks and information into manageable steps
• Helping students develop effective study strategies
• Supporting emotional regulation, confidence and engagement with college life
• Encouraging independence rather than creating dependency
• Liaising appropriately with teachers and the Additional Learning Support/SEND team
• Contributing to student support plans and recording progress where required

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Is fluent in Spanish and English
• Has experience supporting young people with Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia and/or other SEND
• Has experience working in education, learning support, youth work, mentoring or a similar environment
• Understands that neurodiverse students may require different approaches to communication, organisation and learning
• Is patient, reliable, encouraging and able to build positive professional relationships
• Can adapt their approach to meet individual students' needs
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Understands professional boundaries, confidentiality and safeguarding
• Is committed to promoting students' independence, aspirations and progression

Experience of supporting students in a sixth form, further education or post-16 setting would be particularly welcomed.