Learning Support Assistant

Oaklands College; St Albans; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

CPD & staff training

Mental Health support

Cycle to work

Eye care voucher

Job summary

Oaklands College in St Albans is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join our Additional Learning Support team. You will support students with a range of needs, help them access learning, develop independence, and achieve personal and academic goals.

You will work with learners, staff and the ALS to provide strategies from EHCPs, assist with organisation, study skills and assistive tech, and promote safeguarding and inclusion across college activities.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above.
• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification, or willingness to work towards achieving one.

Responsibilities

• Support students with additional learning needs, disabilities, and medical conditions.
• Help learners develop independence, confidence, resilience, and self-advocacy skills.
• Deliver support strategies identified within EHCPs and support plans.
• Assist students with organisation, study skills, time management, and assistive technology.
• Encourage active participation in lessons, enrichment activities and wider college life.
• Provide examination support where required.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

IT skills

Learner-centered approach

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Ready to Make a Difference in a Student's Learning Journey?

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Oaklands College for passionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to join our Additional Learning Support team. This is a rewarding role where you will play a vital part in helping students with additional learning needs, disabilities, learning difficulties, medical conditions, and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) to access learning, develop independence, and achieve their personal and academic goals.

Whether supporting students in the classroom, promoting independence, or helping learners overcome barriers to education, you will have a direct and lasting impact on student success.

Your Day-to-Day Impact

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with students, teaching staff and the Additional Learning Support (ALS) team to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment. You will help learners overcome barriers to education, build confidence, and develop the skills they need to succeed both during their studies and beyond.

In this role, you will:

• Support students with a range of additional learning needs, disabilities, and medical conditions.
• Help learners develop independence, confidence, resilience, and self-advocacy skills.
• Deliver support strategies identified within EHCPs, support plans, and specialist recommendations.
• Assist students with organisation, study skills, time management, and assistive technology.
• Encourage active participation in lessons, enrichment activities, and wider college life.
• Provide examination support where required.
• Assist students through key transition points into, within, and beyond college.
• Work collaboratively with curriculum staff and the ALS team to ensure students receive effective and consistent support.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to support plans, reviews, and risk assessments.
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, equality, and health and safety at all times.

Is This You?

Essential Requirements

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above.
• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification, or willingness to work towards achieving one.

Experience

• Experience working with young people or adults.
• Experience supporting individuals with additional needs or disabilities.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational and administrative abilities.
• Confident IT and digital skills.
• A patient, supportive, and learner-focused approach.
• Commitment to promoting inclusion and student achievement.

Desirable

• Experience working within Further Education.
• Knowledge of EHCPs and SEND legislation.
• Experience supporting students with Autism, ADHD, SEMH needs, or physical disabilities.
• First Aid or Mental Health First Aid training.

Your Future Starts at Oaklands

At Oaklands, we care about your wellbeing and development. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, happiness, and professional growth within a welcoming, inclusive, and values-driven environment where your contribution truly matters.

Here's What You Can Look Forward To

• Free access to our on-site gym at the St Albans campus (time restrictions may apply)
• Financial wellbeing support, including savings on beauty treatments, Lambing Weekend, our on-site zoo, travel via the UNO Bus Scheme, and more
• Cycle to Work Scheme, promoting active travel and healthy living
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD), including free Adult Community Learning courses and staff training opportunities
• Staff Development Days and Awards, celebrating and recognising your achievements
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Support
• Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential advice and support 24/7
• Mental Health Peer Supporters
• Eye Care Voucher Scheme

Safeguarding and Inclusion

Oaklands College is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and the communities we serve. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We review applications on a rolling basis and may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of interest.