Learning Support Assistant (Bank)

Step Into Learning; Yeolmbridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational support organization in Yeolmbridge is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to empower learners with additional needs. Responsibilities include creating inclusive environments, supporting education, and fostering development. Candidates should have Maths and English Level 2 qualifications, experience in educational settings, and strong interpersonal skills. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Generous pension and holiday scheme

Ongoing development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with learning needs in an educational setting (6–12 months minimum desirable).
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow tutor direction.

Responsibilities

• Support learners with additional learning needs to achieve beyond their potential.
• Work one-to-one or with small groups to ensure continuity in education.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to build supportive relationships

Adaptability

Basic IT skills

Education

Maths and English at Level 2 (GCSE grade C/4 or above)

Recognised learning support qualification (or willingness to pursue)

Job description

Overview

Who we are? To empower and support individuals of all backgrounds in achieving their personal and professional goals through tailored, inclusive, and accessible learning experiences, expanding community growth and well-being.

Responsibilities

• The postholder will support learners, under tutor direction, to create environments where individuals with additional learning needs can achieve beyond their potential.
• Bank Learning Support Assistants play a vital role in ensuring continuity and quality of provision when extra capacity is needed. You may work one-to-one or with small groups, supporting learners’ education, behaviour, and social development, particularly those with specific learning difficulties, disabilities, or health issues.
• Being a Learning Support Assistant requires empathy, flexibility, and a commitment to nurturing and inclusive education. Training and occasional meetings may be required outside of your scheduled working hours.

Requirements

• Key qualification, skills and experience
• Maths and English at Level 2 (GCSE grade C/4 or above) or equivalent.
• A recognised learning support qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
• Experience supporting young people with learning needs in an educational setting (6–12 months minimum desirable).
• Ability to build positive, supportive relationships with learners and colleagues.
• Strong communication and active listening skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow tutor direction.
• Adaptability and initiative to respond to learner needs.
• Basic IT skills (Word, email, online learning platforms).

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary package, a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.

Closing date of application 17/10/2025. Teams interviews will take place week commencing 27/10/2025 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.