Learning Support Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Slough; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Slough is seeking a part-time Learning Support Assistant to work 22.5 hours weekly during term time. This role includes assisting students, planning learning activities, and collaboration with staff to support diverse learning needs. With flexible working days and competitive pay, this position is ideal for someone passionate about student development and support.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Subsidised leisure courses

Defined benefit pension schemes

Free onsite parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Family friendly policies

Health & wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in educational or support environments.
• Ability to support students with learning difficulties.
• Must maintain confidentiality and follow safeguarding policies.

Responsibilities

• Enable students to access the curriculum fully.
• Assist students in achieving their learning goals.
• Plan and evaluate learning activities.

Skills

Positive outlook

Flexibility

Strong organisational skills

Ability to develop rapport

Education

Level 2 qualification in English and Maths

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Windsor Forest Colleges group is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our Foundation Department at Slough and Langley College on a part‑time, term‑time basis.

Role Details

This part‑time Learning Support Assistant role involves working 22.5 hours per week on a 37‑week, Term Time Only basis. The working days are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 08:30 to 17:00.

Payment: pays on scale G of the Support Staff pay scale between G16 £12,171.78 and G19 £13,528.46 (Full Time Equivalent G16 £24,098 to G19 £26,784).

Reporting to the Head of Department, the role involves working under the direction of educational staff to support teaching, learning and related activities.

Responsibilities

• Enabling students across various college campuses to access the curriculum fully.
• Assisting students in achieving their learning goals.
• Planning and evaluating learning activities.
• Supporting individuals and groups.
• Maintaining confidential records.
• Collaborating with pastoral staff to help students learning challenges.

Qualifications & Experience

• Positive outlook and ability to develop rapport with students and staff.
• Flexibility to work across different curriculum departments.
• Level 2 qualification in English and Maths.
• Experience in educational or support environments, particularly supporting individuals with learning difficulties such as Autism and Dyslexia.
• Strong organisational skills and commitment to student development and personal growth.

Adherence to Policies

• Diversity & Equality Policy.
• Safeguarding and child protection.
• Data protection policies.
• Risk management and health and safety.

About Us

Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South East. Our staff work across four main campuses at Langley, Windsor, Strodes Egham and Berkshire College of Agriculture Maidenhead, placing the learner at the heart of everything we do.

Benefits

• Career progression opportunities for ambitious staff.
• Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses.
• Excellent defined benefit pension schemes.
• Free onsite parking at all sites.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Family friendly policies to support work‑life balance.
• Onsite coffee shop & cafeteria.
• Health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and discounted hair & beauty treatments at The Salon at Langley College.

Application Process

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis. The vacancy will close on Thursday 15th January 2026. Applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis. Please ensure you pay particular attention to the supporting statement on the online application form, making sure to include details of how you meet each of the essential criteria listed on the person specification.

Safeguarding

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check along with other legally required checks as part of the safeguarding process.

Recruitment Agencies

We have a PSL of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list.