Learning Support Assistant

Protocol; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cambridge-based college is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to help learners overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential. You will provide classroom-based and one-to-one support, including for learners with SEND, EHCPs, and additional learning needs, working closely with teaching staff.

Key duties include delivering group and individual sessions, assisting with literacy and numeracy, monitoring progress, and upholding safeguarding, equality, diversity and health &

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting learners in education or care settings.
• Patient, empathetic, and supportive approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with learners and staff.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities in education.

Responsibilities

• Provide learning support to students in classroom and workshop environments.
• Deliver one-to-one and small group support sessions.
• Support learners with SEND and EHCP requirements.
• Encourage engagement, confidence, independence and progression.
• Assist with note-taking, literacy, numeracy and study skills.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to implement learning support strategies.
• Monitor student progress and maintain records as required.
• Promote positive behaviour, wellbeing and learner success.
• Follow safeguarding, equality, diversity and health & safety procedures.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Education

Level 2/3 qualification in Education or related field

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Cambridge

£13.00 - £14.00 per hour Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available Enhanced DBS Required

We are currently seeking a dedicated and supportive Learning Support Assistant to join a well-established Further Education college in Cambridge. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

Working closely with teaching staff and curriculum teams, you will provide classroom-based and one-to-one support to learners, including those with SEND, EHCPs, and additional learning needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide learning support to students within classroom and workshop environments.
• Deliver one-to-one and small group support sessions.
• Support learners with additional learning needs, SEND, and EHCP requirements.
• Encourage student engagement, confidence, independence, and progression.
• Assist with note-taking, literacy, numeracy, and study skills support.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to implement learning support strategies.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records where required.
• Promote positive behaviour, wellbeing, and learner success.
• Follow safeguarding, equality, diversity, and health & safety procedures.

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting young people or adults in an education, care, mentoring, youth work, or support setting.
• A patient, empathetic, and supportive approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with learners and staff.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities within education.

Desirable

• Experience supporting learners with SEND or EHCPs.
• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Education, Health & Social Care, Supporting Teaching & Learning, or a related field.
• Previous experience within a school, college, or training provider setting.