Learning Support Assistant

Dovetail and Slate; North East; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education support organization in North East England seeks a Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated support to students with additional learning needs. Candidates must have a Level 2 qualification or higher in English or Maths and are encouraged to bring their passion for education. This role offers flexible working hours, competitive pay, and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to student success.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive hourly rates

Support and guidance provided

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 2 qualification or higher in English or Maths.
• Experience working with children or young adults with special educational needs is preferred.
• Willingness to undergo safeguarding training and obtain an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and group support to students with additional learning needs.
• Assist teachers in creating an inclusive learning environment.
• Safeguard vulnerable learners.

Skills

Experience working with SEN children

Knowledge of additional learning needs

Willingness to obtain enhanced DBS check

Education

Level 2 qualification or higher in English or Maths

Job description

Overview

Supporting learners as a Learning Support Assistant with Dovetail and Slate in partnership with over 200 UK colleges. No formal teaching qualifications are required, just a genuine enthusiasm for supporting learners in their education journey.

Responsibilities

• Provide one‑to‑one and group support to students with additional learning needs.
• Assist teachers and lecturers in creating an inclusive learning environment for SEN students.
• Safeguard vulnerable learners.
• Work flexible full‑time or part‑time, and term‑time only roles are available.

Requirements

• Level 2 qualification or higher in English or Maths.
• Willingness to obtain an enhanced DBS check.
• Experience working with SEN children or young adults, or an extensive care background.
• Knowledge of additional learning needs.
• Up‑to‑date safeguarding training or willingness to obtain one.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain.

Benefits/Packages

• Competitive hourly rates based on experience and qualifications – weekly pay.
• Flexible working hours.
• Support and guidance.
• Opportunity to inspire and shape the next generation.
• Temp to perm roles available.
• Usual college benefits and job satisfaction.

Legal Statements

Dovetail and Slate is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and communities and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion throughout our recruitment processes.

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Roles may involve work with under‑18s or vulnerable adults. Where applicable, offers of employment will be subject to appropriate vetting, including enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks, barred list checks, references, right to work checks and, where relevant, PVG Scheme registration (Scotland) or Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration (Wales). All checks will be carried out in accordance with relevant safeguarding legislation and guidance, such as Keeping Children Safe in Education (England).

Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited.