Learning Support Assistant

Dovetail and Slate; West Ella; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Great work-life balance

Flexible hours

Supportive culture

Professional growth

Job summary

Dovetail and Slate is seeking Learning Support Assistants for term-time, temporary roles with flexible hours (08:30–16:00) and 08:30–16:30 variations. Roles involve supporting learners, delivering 1:1 or classroom assistance, and helping students meet EHCP milestones.

Ideal candidates will have experience with high-needs learners or general classroom support, be compassionate, adaptable, and eager to learn. DBS certificate is preferred, and professional CPD opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with additional needs in education, healthcare, or community settings.
• Enhanced DBS certificate.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a supportive role.

Responsibilities

• Support special-needs students 1:1, in-class, or during activities to progress EHCP milestones.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to differentiate resources and support sessions.
• Record support interactions for EHCP annual reviews.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Adaptability

1:1 support

Classroom assistance

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Employment Type: Temporary, ongoing contract, term-time only, ASAP start

Hours: fleixable hours availability, full-time or part-time (Standard working day is 08:30 - 16:30)

Salary: 17,50 per hour via Umbrella

Are you a compassionate and adaptable professional dedicated to the belief that every learner deserves a pathway to independence? We are seeking Learning Support Assistants to join our inclusive education community. Whether you are experienced in supporting high-needs learners or providing general classroom assistance, we have a place for your expertise.

These roles are about more than classroom assistance; they are about empowering students to master the skills they need for life. You will be a key point of support, blending patience with strategy to ensure our learners are ready for the world beyond the college gates.

• Great Work-Life Balance: Term-time only, strictly Monday to Friday (08:30 - 16:00) with no weekend or evening shifts.


• Unmatched Flexibility: Full-time or part-time options, we build a working timetable around your personal commitments.


• Supportive Culture: Collaborate with expert practitioners and receive dedicated 1:1 support from your specialist consultant throughout your placement.


• Professional Growth: Gain valuable Post-16 SEND experience, ideal for future educators, therapists, or social workers, plus access to free CPD training.

• Support special-needs students on a 1:1, in-class, or out-of-class basis to progress toward their EHCP milestones, developmental goals, and vocational aspirations.


• Collaborate closely with teaching staff to differentiate and modify curriculum resources, including supporting students during active sessions and community-based trips.


• Complete administrative responsibilities by recording support interactions constructively, helping the college maintain statutory records for EHCP annual reviews

• Experience supporting young people with additional needs (such as ASD, SEMH, sensory, or learning difficulties) in an educational, healthcare, or community setting.


• Having an Enhanced DBS certificate.

Even if you don't meet every single criteria listed, if you are a resilient individual with a genuine passion for supporting students and a willingness to learn, we would still love to hear from you.

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

We are an equal opportunities employer.