Learning Support Assistant

Lincolnshire County Council; Gainsborough CP; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Discount schemes

Cycle to work

Career progression

Annual leave entitlement

Job summary

Lincolnshire County Council is seeking a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to support learners aged 16–24 at InspireU Gainsborough. The role involves 1:1 or small group support, helping students engage with Maths, English and Preparing for Adulthood, and managing behaviour to enable effective learning.

The successful candidate will be proactive, highly organised and capable of maintaining accurate records, with comprehensive training provided. This is a part-time, fixed-term 12-month appointment.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic individuals with a proactive approach.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to engage young learners and maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Support learners 1:1 or in small groups during lessons.
• Assist with behaviour management and student engagement.
• Support Maths, English and Preparing for Adulthood learning with practical application.

Job description

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Working Pattern: Part-time, fixed term 12 months, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday

Salary: £25,614 - £26,847 Pro rata

Location: InspireU Gainsborough

Closing Date: 27th September 2027

Interviews: Provisional date 8th and 9th October 2027

About the role

Here at InspireU we deliver study programmes to local people aged between 16 - 24 years old, who may have behavioural issues or need support academically. Our learners are with us to complete lessons in Maths, English and Preparing for Adulthood and as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) you will be supporting them as they learn the theory and then have the opportunity to put this learning into practice.

Due to recent changes in immigration law in the UK we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the requirements.

Our LSAs work with learners either on a 1:1 basis or in small groups. We work in learning environments designed to be smaller than your average classroom with classes of no more than 14. Day to day you will be assisting learners by helping manage their behaviour and ensuring they are engaged in lessons where each day presents new opportunities, challenges and possibilities.

About the Team

The team know the importance of keeping each other informed, that’s why at the end of each day we have a debrief where we sit down together, write up our records and discuss our day including any challenges we’ve overcome and share learning. Alongside your fellow LSAs the team consists of tutors, wellbeing coaches, job coaches and Careers Leads who all have the same vision - for every learner to realise and achieve their potential.

About You

We’re keen to hear from enthusiastic individuals who can use their creative skills to keep young learners engaged and focused. You will need to be pro-active, flexible and understanding of our learners’ needs. You will also need to be highly organised and able to maintain accurate records to a high standard. Team working is really important to us and you will need to be an effective communicator, relating well to both young people and adults and contributing to the success of the team.

Although previous experience of working with vulnerable learners would be advantageous it is not essential. We are keen to develop our staff and will provide comprehensive and fully funded training including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI),Training in Systematic Instruction and Information Advice and Guidance Level 2. Our behaviour management approach is evidence based, informed by the work of Paul Dix, alongside our ethos of learners being Ready, Respectful and Safe.

About Our Offer

Our LSAs can progress down various career pathways including becoming Provision Manager, Job Coach, Wellbeing Coach or a Tutor. We will support your career progression through training, mentoring and sharing our experience.

Along with a competitive salary we are offering:

• A Contributory pension
• Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work
• Flexible working policies
• Career progression opportunities
• A generous annual leave entitlement plus the option to buy more

At Lincolnshire County Council, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we offer a rewarding package designed to support your work-life balance, health and wellbeing, financial security, and career growth. Find out more about our offer to you in the attached brochure.

Please refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.

PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. Please also note: once an application is submitted it is final and cannot be amended. If you withdraw your application, it cannot be reinstated and you will not be able to submit another application for that vacancy. If you have an issue with your submitted application, please contact [e-mail].

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Our values - collaborative, adaptable, eco-conscious, supportive, and responsible - guide everything we do. We’re looking for candidates who share these values and bring them to life in their work, helping us build strong teams and make a real difference in the communities we serve.