Learning Support Assistant

USP College; South Benfleet; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

USP College is seeking a passionate Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to work within a vibrant learning support department. You will play a crucial role in supporting students with diverse needs, ensuring they thrive in their education. As part of our dedicated team, you will access professional development to enhance your skills while making a meaningful difference in students' academic journeys. Join us in creating an immersive, supportive learning environment that empowers achievers.

Benefits

Annual Staff Awards

CPD days

Free onsite parking

Onsite Starbucks & Restaurant

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Educated to level 4 (GCSE).
• Previous experience in education is advantageous.
• Passion for working with young people.

Responsibilities

• Support students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
• Develop a professional rapport with young people aged 16-24.
• Participate in fostering an effective learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Motivation

Education

Level 4 (GCSE)

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02.06.2025

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Job Overview:

As a college, our strategy is Career-Focused Learning and ensuring that the learner experience and our relationship within our community, local and regional employers, are at the heart of everything we do.

Are you looking to find a career in education in a forward thinking, employment sector focused college with state of the art immersive, supportive and creative learning environments? This is an ideal opportunity to join a successful and established learning support department as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA), in the classroom. Within this role you will have the chance to work with experienced, innovative and inspiring teachers and learning support staff in a range of curriculum areas; giving you an insight into the rewarding career of working with young people at a critical time in their career focused development. In the role you can make a key difference to the outcomes of young people with learning difficulties and disabilities.

Applicants must have an empathetic approach and be able to work flexibly. You will be a good communicator, confident in supporting students to attain their learning outcomes and with the ability to develop a professional rapport with young people between 16-24 years. You will have good academic credentials and be able to support learners from foundation level to adult access students. The role is developmental and the successful candidate will be offered regular professional development to extend your skills and knowledge.

We look forward to meeting you as an enthusiastic individual who can make a real difference to the teaching and learning experience provided at USP College. You could be part of our USP team delivering a supportive, immersive and creative learning environment. Share with us your drive, ability and desire to motivate students to achieve the highest possible learning outcomes is essential. Make an application today.

Job Requirements:

• Educated to level 4 (GCSE)
• Previous experience working in education would be an advantage but not essential

The right candidate will have:

• A passion for working with young people to support them in their college journey
• High standards of communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work as a team
• A strong attention to detail
• The ability to work towards deadlines
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic
• Excellent attendance and punctuality
• Be responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students

We are the leading college in Essex for technological advancements in education. We are driving the path to integrating technology within our teaching methods and the student experience and development.

Our strategic career-focused approach means our relationship within our community, local and regional employers are at the heart of everything we do.

Individual Training

All staff have access to personalised training packages, whether this is to support settling in to a new role, or leadership and management training to support with progression opportunities.

Why choose us:

Our strategy is to create a Career Focused, Digital Learning environment, ensuring that the learner experience and our relationship within our community, local and regional employers, are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be selected as finalists for the AoC Beacon awards for effective use of digital Technology in FE. Providing a high achieving, focused learning environment allowing our students to achieve the grades they need for higher educations, or the skills and aptitude required to secure a suitable role in their chosen career. Our college is set in the leafy suburbs of Essex, with easy access to surrounding areas and amenities, we are based in a well-connected location both by road and rail.

What we offer:

• A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn.
• Annual Staff Awards
• CPD days - opportunities to grow and development through mentorship and coaching
• Free onsite parking
• Staff appreciation days
• Onsite Starbucks & Restaurant
• Electric Vehicle Scheme*
• Discounted gym membership.
• Fully immersive teaching rooms allowing online teaching simultaneously at multiple locations.