Learning Support Assistant

Right2Work; Windermere; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to facilitate the Learning2Live programme in Windermere. This role involves supporting young individuals with learning disabilities, helping them gain independence and work experience through a structured educational environment. The position offers flexible working hours and several employee benefits, promoting not only professional growth but also personal well-being.

Benefits

Flexible working

NEST pension scheme

Healthcare benefits (optical, dental, physiotherapy)

Lifestyle & leisure discounts

Access to employee assistance program

Award and recognition for long service

Qualifications

• Hold a Full Driving license and use of a vehicle for work.
• Complete an Enhanced DBS check (Paid for by Oaklea).

Responsibilities

• Support young people with learning disabilities in their transition from school to adulthood.
• Assist in a mix of accredited and non-accredited learning.
• Help promote independence and support learners towards employment.

Skills

Good organisation

Self-motivation

Determination to support people

Job description

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant

Contracted Hours: 18 hours per week

Location: Windermere

Salary Details: £12.60 per hour

Advertising End Date: 27^th June 2025

Vacancy Type: Permanent

Oaklea are seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support the Learning2Live programme based in Windermere.

The Learning2Live programme supports young people with learning disabilities in their transition from school to adulthood.This is an alternative to a residential college and takes learning a step further by equipping young people with the skills to live independently.

Learning2Live offers a wide variety of opportunities for learning. The three-year programme will support six learners, living and learning together in a shared house within the local community.

Learners will be supported over the three years through a mix of accredited and non-accredited learning. Through the Open Awards qualifications, learners will have the opportunity to progress in a range of subject areas that have been designed to promote independence within their home and community and assist them on their journey towards employment.

Our Learners will be supported to gain work experience which will introduce them to the world of work, starting them on their journey towards employment.

About you

We are looking for a range of transferrable skills, including good organisation, self-motivation, and having the determination to support people to succeed. You must be passionate, committed and share our values.

You must hold Full Driving license and use of a vehicle for work and will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check (Paid for by Oaklea, T&Cs apply)

Employee Benefits

Flexible working, NEST pension scheme, healthcare benefits such as free optical, dental, physiotherapy, podiatry treatments, osteopathy and reflexology. Lifestyle & leisure discounts for gym, leisure, cinema, shopping and holidays. Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support and counselling services along with award and recognition for long service.

T&C's apply based on contract