Learning Support Assistant

Bhasvic; Brighton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS Pension

Holiday pay included

Job summary

BHASVIC is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join the college’s Additional Learning Support Department. You will help learners across A level and BTEC Level 3 and support GCSE Maths/English resits, fostering an inclusive environment.

The role offers term-time hours, 34 hours per week over 39 weeks, with flexible start and finish times between 8am–5pm, and a pro-rata salary of £25,150. Automatic membership of LGPS is provided.

Qualifications

• Experience working in post-16 education preferred.
• Ability to support learners with barriers to learning.
• Willingness to participate in training and development.

Responsibilities

• Support learners in A level and BTEC Level 3 courses.
• Assist with Maths/English GCSE resits.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to monitor learner progress.

Skills

Student support

SEND awareness

GCSE support

Job description

Required to start: 1 February 2027

Closing date: Monday 9 November at 22:59pm

Interview date: Friday 11 December

We are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join the college’s Additional Learning Support Department. You will be required to support students in a range of subjects at A level or BTEC Level 3, as well as some students who are resitting their Maths or English GCSE.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is interested in a career in the post 16 sector. It provides the opportunity to gain an insight and understanding of SEND and other barriers to learning. Training opportunities are available, and the successful candidate will work alongside an experienced team who are supportive and happy to share their expertise.

Contract details:

• Fixed term, maternity cover
• Part time, 34 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time)
• Working pattern: Flexible with start and finish times between 8am and 5pm Monday - Friday.
• The pro-rata salary is £25,150 (based on Grade 5, spine point 15 in the Support Staff Pay Spine for which full-time salary is £32,199 per annum).
• 5.2 weeks holiday pay included in pro rata salary
• You will automatically become a member of the Local Government Pension scheme http://www.eastsussexpensionfund.org

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