Learning Support Assistant

North East Surrey College of Technology (NESCOT); Epsom; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted on-site gym

Free parking on-site

Discounted Starbucks

Free online qualifications

5-minute walk from Ewell East Station

Job summary

Nescot in Epsom, Surrey, is hiring enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants for both full-time and part-time roles. Positions include term-time-only options (36 weeks) and require good organisational and IT skills, plus empathy for students with additional needs.

Roles involve in-class support, helping students grow independence, and may include personal care. Beneficial to have GCSEs in maths and English and the ability to work across various vocational contexts.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above.
• Ability to work in a variety of vocational contexts.
• Understanding of and empathy with students who have learning difficulties, are disaffected or have behavioural problems.

Responsibilities

• Help students develop skills and Independence.
• May include personal care for students with physical or medical disabilities.
• Provide in-class support and advocate for students.

Skills

Organisation

Teamwork

IT skills

Empathy for students

Vocational contexts

Education

GCSE Maths & English (C or above)

Job description

Full time and part time positions available / Term time only- 36 weeks

At Nescot, we are seeking enthusiastic and committed part time and Full time Learning Support Assistants to join Nescot based in Epsom, Surrey.

What We Are Looking For

• Good organisational and team working skills
• Confidence using IT for administrative tasks
• GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English at grade C or above
• Understanding of and empathy with students who have learning difficulties, are disaffected or have behavioural problems is a must
• You could be working in variety of different vocational contexts

Duties And Responsibilities

• Help students develop student skills and grow into their independence
• Some students may have physical or medical disabilities and you may be required to undertake some personal care.
• In class support to students and act as an advocate for students

Benefits

• A discounted on-site gym, sports hall, fitness class, osteopathy and day nursery
• 5-minute walk from Ewell East Station
• Discounted Starbucks
• Free online qualifications
• Free parking on-site

At Nescot, we're proud of our inclusive culture and welcome all applicants.

This role is employed through Nescot Enterprises Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Nescot which operates different terms and conditions. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and criminal record checks (enhanced DBS clearance).

This college is a smoke-free campus - smoking and vaping are not permitted anywhere on campus.

Closing date 10th September 2026

Interviews for early applications expected to take place 16th September 2026