Learning Support Assistant

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; Crawley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Professional development

Wellbeing initiatives

Staff discounts & college benefits

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Morgan Hunt UK Limited is seeking a Learning Support Assistant (Further Education) in Crawley to support students with additional learning needs. You will help learners access education, develop independence, and achieve their academic and personal goals within a supportive college setting.

Ideal candidates have strong communication, patience, and organisational skills, plus a commitment to safeguarding. Experience in education or care is welcome; Level 2/3 qualifications in related areas are

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Patient, positive and supportive approach in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Strong organisational skills with ability to manage priorities.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting learner welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group learning support to students with additional learning needs.
• Support learners during classroom sessions, workshops, and practical activities.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and active participation in learning.
• Work collaboratively with lecturers and support staff to implement individual support strategies.
• Adapt learning resources to meet individual learner needs.
• Assist students with organisation, study skills, note-taking, and assignment completion.
• Record learner progress and contribute to support reviews.
• Promote equality, diversity, inclusion, and student wellbeing.
• Comply with safeguarding, health and safety, and college policies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Safeguarding awareness

Education

GCSE English & Maths (4/C or above)

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning / related subject

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (Further Education)

Location: Crawley

Salary: Up to £23 per hour

Job Type: Full-Time / Temporary

Make a Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about helping students overcome barriers to learning? Do you enjoy supporting young people and adults to achieve their full potential?

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our inclusive Learning Support team at a thriving Further Education College. This rewarding role involves supporting students with a range of additional learning needs, enabling them to access their education, develop independence, and achieve their academic and personal goals.

Whether you have experience in education, care, youth work, or support services, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group learning support to students with additional learning needs.
• Support learners during classroom sessions, workshops, and practical activities.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and active participation in learning.
• Work collaboratively with lecturers and support staff to implement individual support strategies.
• Adapt learning resources where appropriate to meet individual learner needs.
• Assist students with organisation, study skills, note-taking, and assignment completion.
• Record learner progress and contribute to support reviews.
• Promote equality, diversity, inclusion, and student wellbeing.
• Comply with safeguarding, health and safety, and college policies.

Essential Requirements

• GCSE Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, positive, and supportive approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting learner welfare.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience supporting learners with SEND, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, dyslexia, or social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Health & Social Care, Education, or a related subject.
• Previous experience in a Further Education, school, or adult learning environment.
• Knowledge of inclusive learning practices and reasonable adjustments.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays.
• Ongoing professional development and funded training opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing initiatives.
• Staff discounts and college benefits.
• A welcoming, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression within Further Education.

Safeguarding

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and pre-employment screening.

Apply Now

If you're passionate about supporting learners and making a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. Join our team and help students build confidence, achieve their qualifications, and realise their potential.

We are an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.