Learning Support Assistant - Apprenticeships

Usthe Windsor Forest Colleges Group (twfcg); Middleton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Free parking on site

Career progression

Subsidised leisure courses

Pension schemes

Cycle to Work

Family friendly policies

Onsite cafe/meal facilities

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Windsor Forest Colleges Group is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join our Apprenticeships Team at Slough & Langley College campuses, with occasional travel to the Berkshire College of Agriculture. The role is full-time, 37 hours per week, and salary ranges from £25,483 to £27,284 depending on qualifications and experience.

You will work with apprentices, tutors, assessors and employers to deliver tailored learning support, helping learners develop English, maths and ICT skills, and

Qualifications

• Level 2 English and Mathematics required.
• Experience or qualifications in supporting learners with learning difficulties or neurodiversities.
• Commitment to safeguarding, Equality and Data Protection policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with assignments and exam preparation.
• Support development of English, mathematics and ICT skills.
• Provide one-to-one or small group support.
• Implement structured strategies for SEND in line with EHCP.

Skills

SEND experience

Autism

ADHD

Dyslexia

Dyspraxia

English Level 2

Mathematics Level 2

Organisational skills

Education

Level 2 English

Level 2 Mathematics

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Windsor Forest Colleges Group is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our Apprenticeships Team.

This role is primarily based at our Slough & Langley College campus, though occasional travel to the Berkshire College of Agriculture may be required.

These are permanent, full time positions working 37 hours per week, all year round. The salary is on Scale G of the Support Staff pay scale, offering £25,483 (G17) up to £27,284 (G19) depending on qualifications and experience.

You will work closely with apprentices, tutors, assessors and employers to provide tailored learning support that enables apprentices to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence required to achieve their apprenticeship outcomes. Support is highly adaptable and may be delivered one-to-one or in small groups, depending on individual needs. You will support a wide range of learners to overcome general barriers to learning by assisting with assignments, exam preparation, and the development of essential English, mathematics, and ICT skills. Alongside this, a key part of your role will involve implementing structured strategies for apprentices with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND), in line with individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP).

You will bring a positive, proactive attitude and a genuine passion for helping young adults and learners succeed in education or training. Crucially, you will have experience or qualifications in supporting individuals with learning difficulties or neurodiversities, such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Dyspraxia.

You will also need strong organisational skills, Level 2 qualifications in both English and Mathematics and a, total commitment to college policies regarding Safeguarding, Equality and Data Protection. 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 the 5th of October 2026.

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.