Learning Support Assistant - Active

Windsor College; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension contributions

Free onsite parking

Career progression opportunities

Subsidised leisure courses

Defined benefit pension schemes

Cycle to Work Scheme

Work Life Balance policies

Onsite Coffee Shop & Cafeteria

Staff wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Windsor Forest Colleges Group is seeking a Learning Support Assistant for the Berkshire College of Agriculture campus, full time, term-time. The role involves 37 hours per week across 37 term-time weeks, with pro-rata salary on Scale G from £21,166.19 to £22,662.10 (G17–G19, FTE £25,483–£27,284).

You will support whole classes, groups, or individuals under the supervision of senior staff. Responsibilities include planning, delivery, and evaluation of learning activities, helping students with

Qualifications

• Level 2 GCSE English and Maths or equivalent.
• Experience supporting individuals with learning difficulties such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Dyspraxia.
• Strong organizational skills and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, delivery, and evaluation of learning activities.
• Help students overcome physical, emotional, or learning boundaries.
• Assist with assignments, exam preparation, and development of English, mathematics, and ICT skills.
• Monitor student behaviour and maintain confidential records.
• Adapt learning materials and support use of specialist equipment.

Skills

Experience with young adults

GCSE English and Maths

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Mathematics

Job description

Windsor Forest Colleges group is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our Active Department at our Berkshire College of Agriculture campus on a full time, term time only basis.

Learning Support Assistant

This Learning Support Assistant role involves working 37 hours per week over 37 term-time weeks per year. The role pays on Scale G of the Support Staff pay scale offering a pro-rata salary of G17 £21,166.19 up to G19 £22,662.10 (G17 £25,483 up to G19 £27,284 FTE).

Learning Support Assistants are a vital part of Windsor Forest Colleges Group which help students fully access the curriculum, achieve their learning goals, and fulfil their potential.Reporting to the Head of Department and working under the supervision of senior academic staff and lecturers, the Learning Support Assistant will support whole classes, small groups, or individual students in accordance with college policies and individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP).

Key responsibilities include assisting with the planning, delivery, and evaluation of learning activities; helping students overcome physical, emotional, or learning boundaries; and assisting with assignments, exam preparation, and the development of English, mathematics, and ICT skills.Additionally, the role involves monitoring student behaviour, maintaining confidential records, adapting learning materials, and supporting the use of specialist equipment.

To be considered for the role, candidates must possess a positive attitude, experience working with young adults (ideally in education), and the flexibility to work across various departments or remotely online if necessary.Essential qualifications include Level 2 qualifications (GCSE grade A-C or equivalent) in both English and Mathematics, along with relevant qualifications or experience supporting individuals with learning difficulties such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Dyspraxia.Applicants must demonstrate strong organizational skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to meet the physical demands of the post, such as providing physical support for mobility-impaired students.Finally, the successful candidate must strictly adhere to the college's policies regarding Risk Management, Diversity and Equality, Health and Safety, Data Protection, and Safeguarding.

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 Egham and Berkshire College of Agriculture 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.

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

Our staff benefit from:

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) currently offering 24.3% employer contribution
• Free onsite parking at all sites
• Career progression opportunities for ambitious staff
• Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses
• Access to excellent defined benefit pension schemes
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Family friendly policies supporting Work Life Balance
• Onsite 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 11th September 2026*

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis*

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• Job Reference windsorforest/TP/615/739-2
• Contract Type Fixed term
• Closing Date 11 September, 2026
• Job Category Sport, Public Services and Outdoor Education
• Business Unit Support
• Location Berkshire College of Agriculture Hall Place, Burchetts Green Rd, Burchett's Green, Maidenhead, United Kingdom