Learning Support Assistant

The Supply Register Ltd; South Shields; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The Supply Register Ltd, on behalf of Tyne Coast College, is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join South Tyneside College on a full-time, temporary basis. You will support learners with a range of needs in classrooms and practical settings.

Working with teaching staff, you will help students develop confidence, study skills and independence, contributing to an inclusive learning environment and positive progression goals.

Qualifications

• Provide tailored learning support to students in classroom, workshop and practical learning environments.
• Support learners with SEND and other support requirements.
• Work alongside teaching staff to deliver engaging, accessible and inclusive activities.
• Encourage students to participate and develop independence.
• Monitor learner progress and provide feedback to tutors.
• Help students develop study skills, organisation and positive engagement.
• Provide encouragement and practical support to help learners achieve goals.
• Assist with personal care needs where required.
• Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure consistent support.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored learning support to students in classroom, workshop and practical learning environments.
• Support learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), learning difficulties and additional support requirements.
• Work alongside teaching staff to deliver engaging, accessible and inclusive learning activities.
• Encourage students to participate actively in their learning and develop greater independence.
• Monitor learner progress and provide relevant feedback to tutors and support teams.
• Help students develop study skills, organisation and positive classroom engagement.
• Provide encouragement and practical support to help learners build confidence and achieve their goals.
• Assist with personal care needs where required and appropriate.
• Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion throughout the learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teaching and support teams to ensure learners receive consistent and effective support.

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Contract: Full-time, Temporary (ongoing)
Employer: The Supply Register, on behalf of Tyne Coast College
Location: South Tyneside College
Salary: £14.91-£16.28 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)

About the Role

The Supply Register is seeking passionate, dedicated and supportive Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to join South Tyneside College on a full-time, temporary basis.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference to students by providing tailored support to learners with a range of additional learning needs. As an LSA, you will play an important role in creating an inclusive, positive and supportive learning environment, helping students overcome barriers and achieve their academic, personal and progression goals.

Working closely with teaching staff, you will provide support across classroom, small-group and one-to-one settings, adapting your approach to meet individual learner needs. You will help students develop confidence, independence and essential skills, enabling them to make meaningful progress throughout their learning programme.

If you are passionate about supporting young people and adults, enjoy helping others succeed and are committed to creating an inclusive learning environment, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored learning support to students in classroom, workshop and practical learning environments.

• Support learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), learning difficulties and additional support requirements.

• Work alongside teaching staff to deliver engaging, accessible and inclusive learning activities.

• Encourage students to participate actively in their learning and develop greater independence.

• Monitor learner progress and provide relevant feedback to tutors and support teams.

• Help students develop study skills, organisation and positive classroom engagement.

• Provide encouragement and practical support to help learners build confidence and achieve their goals.

• Assist with personal care needs where required and appropriate.

• Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion throughout the learning environment.

• Work collaboratively with teaching and support teams to ensure learners receive consistent and effective support.