Learning Support Assistant

Brooklands College; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based educational institution is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated support to learners with various needs in a classroom setting. This role focuses on assisting students with reading, writing, and math skills, ensuring a supportive learning environment. Candidates should possess level 2 English & Maths and ideally have an LSA qualification. The institution offers a collaborative environment with professional development opportunities and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Financial benefits and discounts

Pension (TPS or LGPS)

Free on-site parking

Staff wellbeing and fitness resources

Employee recognition schemes

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive and collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Good IT, numeracy, oral and written communication skills.
• A sound understanding of the Additional Learning Support function.

Responsibilities

• Support learners in class 1:1 or in small groups.
• Use strategies to help students with reading, writing and maths skills.
• Support students during their exams.
• Keep records of all LSA support provided.

Skills

Good IT skills

Numeracy

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

English & Maths level 2

Relevant LSA qualification

Job description

Job Advert

Learning Support Assistant – 37 hours per week. 37 weeks per year - £24,105.57 FTE (actual £20,359.93) BRK20

Brooklands Technical College is a further education college supporting young people and adults to take the next steps on their career path. We are an inclusive centre for lifelong learning, equipping our learners with the professional behaviours, skills and values that they will need for their careers.

If you're passionate about education and want to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

We are an established provider of good quality College and School Links courses for young people and adults with learning difficulties and emotional/behavioural difficulties. Brooklands College is committed to supporting learners with a wide range of needs including dyslexia, autism and physical and sensory needs. We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to provide support to learner/s for the duration of their course.

About the role

As Learning Support Assistant, you will work as part of a team of LSAs. Your role will include:

• Support learners in class 1:1 or in small groups, working at a range of levels from entry level to L3 across all curriculum areas
• Use strategies to help students with reading, writing and maths skills
• Support students during their exams
• Keep careful records of all LSA support provided

To fulfil the role of Learning Support Assistant you will have

• English & Maths level 2
• A relevant LSA qualification or willingness to take one (a distinct advantage)
• Good IT, numeracy, oral and written communication skills
• A sound understanding of the purpose of the Additional Learning Support function

What we offer

• Generous holiday entitlement
• Financial benefits and discounts
• Pension (TPS or LGPS)
• Free on-site parking
• Staff wellbeing and fitness resources
• Employee recognition schemes
• Opportunities for professional development
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• The chance to make a positive impact on the lives of our students

Equality, Diversity and Safeguarding

Brooklands Technical College is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity, age, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics. We are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to online searches as part of due diligence checks. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK; we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK. Pre-employment checks will be carried out, in line with KCSIE, for all shortlisted candidates. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and 2 satisfactory references. Recruitment agencies submitting unsolicited CVs have no authority to enter an arrangement. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Previous applicants need not apply. Recruitment agencies engaging with Brooklands Technical College will be on our PSL.