Learning Support Assistant

PETER SYMONDS COLLEGE; Winchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Peter Symonds College seeks Learning Support Assistants to join our team on a permanent basis, with both full-time and part-time posts considered. The role involves supporting students with additional learning needs in class and in the department, including note-taking, 1:1 support, and assisting during examinations.

The ideal candidate will have experience with post-16 learners, be empathetic, able to provide personal care and physical assistance with training, and be committed to safeguarding;

Qualifications

• Experience of working with post-16 students with learning differences or disabilities.
• Strong empathy and commitment to helping students reach their potential.
• Willingness to undertake manual handling and personal care with training.
• DBS check and safeguarding training as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Note-taking for students as required.
• Providing 1:1 support according to individual plans.
• Assisting during examinations including reading, scribing and invigilation.

Skills

Empathy

Student support

Note-taking

Job description

We are looking for Learning Support Assistants to join our college, we are considering applications for both full-time and part time positions.

The details for this post are as follows.

Reference (please quote):

02/27

Salary:

£24,759- £25,558 FTE - Actual Salary £20,945 - £21,621 (37 hours)

Hours:

37 hours per week - 39 weeks per year - Part time applications will be considered.

Contract:

Permanent

Start Date:

TBC

Interview Date:

Week Commencing 5th October

Closing Date:

Monday 28 September 2026 08:00

Information About The Post

Peter Symonds is a vibrant sixth form college in Winchester which is rated by Ofsted as 'Outstanding'. We have a large team of committed and talented staff who are at the heart of the success of the College.

Our Study Support staff provide advice, guidance and support to students with additional learning needs in the College both in class and in the department. The role involves note-taking for students (both discreet and alongside), support on a 1:1 basis in accordance with their current support plan and examination duties including reading, scribing and invigilation.

Experience of working with students in a post-16 setting with learning differences and/or disabilities is desirable but not essential. Additionally, you must be physically fit to undertake manual handling and to provide personal care to students with disabilities (with training if required).

Most important is empathy with young people and a genuine desire to help them reach their potential.

Full and part time applications will be considered (minimum of three days). Please indicate your preference in your application.

We are dedicated to safeguarding the students in our care. To that end, a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced disclosure will be required in the event of an individual being offered a position within our College. Our staff undertake regular safeguarding and Prevent training and are subject to ongoing safeguarding scrutiny.