Learning Support Assistant - ALS

eTeach UK Limited; Thatcham; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS 24.3% employer contribution

Free onsite parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Staff counselling service

Staff health & wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Windsor Forest Colleges Group at Berkshire College of Agriculture Maidenhead invites applications for a part-time Learning Support Assistant to join the Additional Learning Support Department. The role involves 37 hours per week across 37 term-time weeks, with pro-rata salary on the G17–G19 scale and DBS checks as part of safeguarding.

Applicants should hold Level 2 English and Maths GCSEs and demonstrate experience supporting learners with various needs, including EHCPs.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and flexibility to work across departments or remotely if needed.
• Experience working with young adults in education is desirable.
• Strong organisational skills and proactive approach are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, delivery, and evaluation of learning activities.
• Help students overcome barriers and support with assignments, exams, and ICT skills.
• Monitor behaviour and maintain confidential records; adapt learning materials and support equipment.

Skills

Positive attitude

Experience with young adults

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Education

GCSE English (A-C)

GCSE Mathematics (A-C)

Job description

Windsor Forest Colleges group is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our Additional Learning Support Department at our Berkshire College of Agriculture campus on a part-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 organisational 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. For further details on this role please refer to the attached job description/person specification.

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.

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 7th November 2026. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check along with other legally required checks which are an essential part of the safeguarding process.

Recruitment Agencies

We have a PSL of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list.