Learning Support Assistant

Long Term Futures Ltd; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site nursery

Cycle to Work

Free eye tests

On-site gym

Flexible working policies

Job summary

Long Term Futures Ltd in Burton upon Trent is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant to support learners aged 16+ across GCSE Maths, GCSE English, and vocational programmes. You will provide targeted one-to-one and small group in-class support.

The role requires patience, strong communication, and a proactive approach in a safeguarding-conscious Further Education environment. The position is full-time but term-time only, with a 9:00–16:30 schedule, on-site in Burton.

Qualifications

• Patient and approachable with a genuine passion for helping learners.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to support learners with a range of additional learning needs.
• Well-organised and able to work in a fast-paced FE environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored one-to-one and small group in-class support for learners aged 16+ across GCSE English, GCSE Maths, and vocational subjects.
• Help learners access the curriculum by adapting activities and encouraging independence.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to implement individual support strategies.
• Promote positive behaviour, attendance and learner wellbeing.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to tutors and curriculum teams.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Inclusion & safeguarding

Job description

Learning Support Assistant
Burton upon Trent DE14Pay 410 - 440 per week after all deductionsContract Term Time OnlyFull Time 9.00- 16.30 Mon to FridayStart Date ASAP

The Opportunity:

Long Term Futures is working in partnership with an Outstanding Further Education college in Burton upon Trent to appoint a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support learners aged 16+ across a range of academic and vocational subjects. This role involves providing targeted one-to-one and small group in-class support, with a particular focus on GCSE Maths, GCSE English, and vocational learning programmes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored one-to-one and small group in-class support for learners aged 16+ across GCSE English, GCSE Maths, and a range of vocational subjects
• Support learners to access the curriculum by adapting learning activities and encouraging independence, confidence, and engagement
• Work closely with teaching staff to implement individual support strategies and help learners achieve their academic and personal goals
• Promote positive behaviour, attendance, and learner wellbeing within a supportive and inclusive Further Education environment
• Monitor learner progress and provide regular feedback to tutors and curriculum teams to support achievement and successful outcomes

Who We're Looking For:

• A patient, approachable, and supportive individual with a genuine passion for helping young people achieve their full potential
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with learners and staff
• Confident supporting learners with a range of additional learning needs across both academic and vocational subjects
• Well organised, adaptable, and able to use initiative in a fast-paced Further Education environment
• Committed to promoting inclusion, safeguarding, learner wellbeing, and high expectations for every student

Why Join Through Us?:

• On-site nursery with a 'Good' Ofsted rating
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free annual eye tests
• Access to an on-site gym
• Flexible working policies and supportive work-life balance initiatives

Informal meetings are being arranged immediately.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.