Learning Support Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to provide essential support for students pursuing careers in the Early Years sector. This role involves working 37 hours per week during term time and pays between £20,015.81 and £22,246.80. Responsibilities include assisting with classroom learning and individual needs, helping students overcome challenges, and actively participating in their educational journey. The position offers career progression opportunities and various benefits to promote work-life balance.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Access to subsidized leisure courses

Defined benefit pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Family friendly policies

On-site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria

Health & wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting learners in an educational environment.
• Ability to assist in the planning and evaluation of activities.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Responsibilities

• Support students in developing skills for Early Years sector.
• Guide students through classroom theory and practical applications.
• Work closely with other staff to enhance student support.

Skills

Support for students

Guidance in practical sessions

Assist with individual Education, Health and Care Plans

Planning and delivery of learning activities

Job description

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).

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Guide them through classroom theory and help them apply this knowledge in practical sessions.
• Assist with teaching, learning and associated activities in accordance with college policies, procedures and individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP).
• Support whole classes; work with individuals and small groups of learners; assist with planning, delivery, and evaluation of learning activities; work closely with pastoral and welfare staff in supporting students to overcome learning, physical or emotional boundaries.
• To apply please visit our careers page and complete the online application form.

Qualifications & Application

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

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.

Benefits

• 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.