Learning Support Assistant

Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group; Stafford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Stafford is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to care for and educate students with disabilities or learning difficulties. The ideal candidate will have at least a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy, with relevant experience in education or caring. This term-time role offers various benefits including a Local Government Pension Scheme and excellent training opportunities.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Term-time only working

Cycle to Work Scheme

Subsidised gym membership

Health-related benefits

On-site restaurant facilities

Qualifications

• Experience or qualifications in an education or caring capacity, particularly supporting students or young people with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.
• Good knowledge of safeguarding and equal opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Care and education of students with disabilities or learning difficulties.
• Assisting students in their work.
• Preparation of rooms, equipment and materials.
• Tracking learner progress and providing individual assistance.

Skills

Communication skills

Enthusiasm

Organizational skills

Education

Level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy (GCSE equivalent)

Level 2 note-taking qualification or equivalent

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Location: Stafford College

2 posts x 28 hours – term‑time working only (37 weeks per year)

Salary: £25,021 – £26,560 (NSUP5‑NSUP10) pro rata per annum (depending on skills and experience)

28 hour post actual salary £15,694 – £16,659 per annum

Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) is one of the very best colleges in the country. In October 2024 we became the first and only further education provider in England to achieve a full set of outstanding grades in consecutive Ofsted inspections. This includes recognition of our strong contribution towards meeting Local Skills Needs under the latest version of the Education Inspection Framework (EIF). The inspection report praised all areas of the college’s provision and acknowledged that NSCG’s staff are professional, friendly, incredibly supportive and work tirelessly to meet the needs of learners. Teachers improve their practice based upon the support they receive and create highly supportive, calm and highly aspirational environments in which learners and apprentices thrive. In summary, NSCG is a great place to work and study.

The group is currently home to a population of over 6,500 full‑time students with around 2,000 adult learners and students on higher education programmes, over 1,500 apprentices and 850 individual employers. Our sixth‑form provision has a reputation for high academic achievement and excellence.

Responsibilities

You will primarily be responsible for the care and education of students with disabilities or learning difficulties, working under the direction of the Lead Support Tutor for additional learning support.

• Assisting students in their work;
• Preparation of rooms, equipment and materials;
• Tracking learner progress;
• Providing general individual assistance which may include attending to health, safety, physical and hygiene needs.

Qualifications and Requirements

For the position, you will be qualified to at least Level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy (GCSE equivalent).

Relevant experience or qualifications in an education or caring capacity, particularly supporting students or young people with learning difficulties and/or other disabilities, is desirable. A good knowledge of safeguarding and equal opportunities is required, and a Level 2 note‑taking qualification or equivalent is desirable.

You will be a good communicator, enthusiastic and self‑motivated with the ability to motivate others, along with good organisational skills. A flexible approach to working hours will also be required to accommodate the needs of learners.

Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Term‑time only working
• Cycle to Work Scheme (Salary sacrifice)
• Subsidised gym membership
• Excellent training and development opportunities (supported with a dedicated budget)
• Staff parking available
• Health‑related benefits including subsidised health scheme
• On‑site restaurant facilities and free early morning coffee, tea and toast

How to apply

To apply for the role of Learning Support Assistant, please click "Apply Now" to complete an online application form. If you are applying via a jobs board, you will receive an email with a link that will take you directly to our application form on the Newcastle & Stafford Colleges Group website.

The closing date for completed applications is 30 November 2025.

This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All college‑based positions are subject to enhanced DBS check and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community.