Learning Support Assistant

Lincolnshire pa.; Boston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Discount schemes

Cycle to work

Flexible working policies

Career progression opportunities

Annual leave

Job summary

InspireU is hiring a Learning Support Assistant to support learners aged 16–24 across Maths, English and Preparing for Adulthood. The role is 32 hours per week on a permanent contract, split between InspireU Boston and Spalding.

You will work 1:1 or in small groups, help manage behaviour, and keep accurate records while supporting learners to realise their potential in a smaller learning environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates enthusiasm for helping learners.
• Pro-active, flexible and able to adapt to changing needs.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and support learners.

Responsibilities

• Support learners 1:1 or in small groups in Maths, English and Preparing for Adulthood.
• Assist with behaviour management and engagement in lessons.
• Work across Boston and Spalding sites as part of a small team.
• Help learners apply theory to practice and track progress.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Pro-active

Flexible

Organised

Effective communicator

Team working

Job description

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (LSA) Working Pattern: 1x 32hrs Salary: £24,796 - £25,989 pro rata (Pay Award Pending) Location: InspireU Boston and Spalding Closing Date: 8th November Interviews: TBC

About the role

Here at InspireU we deliver study programmes to local people aged between 16 - 24 years old, who may have behavioural issues or need support academically. Our learners are with us to complete lessons in Maths, English and Preparing for Adulthood and as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) you will be supporting them as they learn the theory and then have the opportunity to put this learning into practice. Our LSAs work with learners either on a 1:1 basis or in small groups. We work in learning environments designed to be smaller than your average classroom with classes of no more than 14. Day to day you will be assisting learners by helping manage their behaviour and ensuring they are engaged in lessons where each day presents new opportunities, challenges and possibilities. This is a permanent contract working at our InspireU Boston and Spalding sites. 2 days at Boston and 2 days at Spalding.

About the Team

The team know the importance of keeping each other informed, that's why at the end of each day we have a debrief where we sit down together, write up our records and discuss our day including any challenges we've overcome and share learning. Alongside your fellow LSAs the team consists of tutors, wellbeing coaches, job coaches and employment officers who all have the same vision - for every learner to realise and achieve their potential. One of our LSAs says: 'It's great to have such a supportive team to take advice from.' We have LSAs in several sites around the county and we meet up for social events, which could be a meal out or a dog walking afternoon! The wider team also take part in development days where we can catch up with LSAs from other sites, complete important training and take part in fun team-building activities.

About You

We're keen to hear from enthusiastic individuals who can use their creative skills to keep young learners engaged and focused. You will need to be pro‑active, flexible and understanding of our learners' needs. You will also need to be highly organised and able to maintain accurate records to a high standard. Team working is really important to us and you will need to be an effective communicator, relating well to both young people and adults and contributing to the success of the team. Although previous experience of working with vulnerable learners would be advantageous it is not essential. We are keen to develop our staff and will provide comprehensive and fully funded training including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), Training in Systematic Instruction and Information Advice and Guidance Level 2. Our behaviour management approach is evidence based, informed by the work of Paul Dix, alongside our ethos of learners being Ready, Respectful and Safe. If you are considering a new career, we would love to hear from you whether you come with years of experience or you are brand new to this environment!

About Our Offer

Our LSAs can progress down various career pathways including becoming Provision Manager, Job Coach, Wellbeing Coach or a Tutor. We will support your career progression through training, mentoring and sharing our experience. Along with a competitive salary we are offering:

• Contributory pension
• Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work
• Flexible working policies
• Career progression opportunities
• A generous annual leave entitlement plus the option to buy more

Due to recent changes in immigration law in the UK we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the requirements.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Fluency Duty In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Our values – collaborative, adaptable, eco-conscious, supportive, and responsible – guide everything we do. We’re looking for candidates who share these values and bring them to life in their work, helping us build strong teams and make a real difference in the communities we serve.