Learning Support Assistant

BCA (Berkshire College of Agriculture); Thatcham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A college in England seeks a Learning Support Assistant to support students aspiring to work in the Early Years sector. You will help develop essential skills, collaborate with educators, and assist in classroom management. This is a permanent position of 37 hours per week, term time only, with a salary range from £20,015.81 to £22,246.80 based on experience. We value diverse applications and commitment to safeguarding children.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Subsidised leisure courses

Defined benefit pension schemes

Free on-site parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Family friendly policies

On-site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria

Health & wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Experience working in an educational environment.
• Ability to support students with diverse needs.
• Understanding of safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support students in developing skills for the Early Years sector.
• Collaborate with educators to assist in teaching and learning.
• Help students overcome learning, physical, or emotional barriers.

Skills

Supportive communication

Teamwork

Understanding of Early Years education

Education

Relevant educational background or experience

Job description

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Windsor Forest Colleges Group is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our team at BCA College, primarily supporting students aspiring to work in the Early Years sector. This permanent position involves working 37 hours per week, term time only, for 37 weeks of the year.

The role pays from G16 £20,015.81 up to £22,246.80 (the full time equivalent would be G16 £24,098 up to G19 £26,784).

Learning Support Assistant

In this role, you will mainly support students who want to work in the Early Years sector to develop the skills, attributes and behaviours needed to progress to further study and employment. You will guide them through classroom theory and help them apply this knowledge in practical sessions.

Working in a team under the direction and supervision of the Curriculum Director, Programme Manager and Lecturers you will assist with teaching, learning and associated activities in accordance with college policies, procedures and individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP). This may include supporting whole classes; working with individuals and small groups of learners; assisting with planning, delivery, and evaluation of learning activities; working closely with pastoral and welfare staff in supporting students to overcome learning, physical or emotional boundaries.

For further details on this role please refer to the attached job description / person specification. To apply please visit our careers page and complete the online application form.

About Us

The Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South East. Our staff work across 4 main campuses at Langley, Windsor, Strodes in Egham and Berkshire College of Agriculture in Maidenhead. Our teams place the learner at the heart of all we do and in our state of the art learning environments, we are proud to deliver education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses each year.

For further details on this role please refer to the attached job description / person specification.

Our staff benefit from :

• Career progression opportunities for ambitious staff
• Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses
• Access to excellent defined benefit pension schemes
• Free on site parking at all sites
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Family friendly policies to support Work Life Balance
• On site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria
• Various health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at Langley College

Please be advised that the vacancy will close on Saturday 10th January 2026.

Interview dates to be agreed *

Please ensure you pay particular attention to the supporting statement of the online application form making sure to include details of how you meet each of the essential criteria listed on the person specification.

Applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before this closing date. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its 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 which are an essential part of the safeguarding process.

Recruitment Agencies please note that 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.

Safeguarding Statement

BCA (Berkshire College of Agriculture) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.