Learning Support Assistant - Creative Arts

Windsor Forest Colleges Group; Thatcham; 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

Cycle to Work Scheme

Family friendly policies

onsite Coffee Shop & Cafeteria

Wellbeing benefits and counselling

Job summary

Windsor Forest Colleges Group seeks a Learning Support Assistant for Berkshire College of Agriculture, on a full-time term-time basis. The role supports classes, small groups or individuals, with EHCP alignment and safeguarding.

You will help plan, deliver and review learning activities, focusing on English, math and ICT, while maintaining records and assisting with exams. Reporting to the Schools Programme Manager, you will work in a supportive team to help students build confidence,

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above.
• Experience supporting learners in an educational setting is desirable.
• Willing to support neurodivergent learners and additional learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, delivery and review of learning activities.
• Support assignments, exam prep and development of English, maths and ICT skills.
• Monitor behaviour, maintain records and adapt learning materials as needed.
• Support students with mobility needs and use of specialist equipment.

Skills

Positive attitude

Proactive approach

Organisational skills

Experience with young people

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Windsor Forest Colleges Group is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join the Creative team at our Berkshire College of Agriculture campus on a full time, term time only basis.

This 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 £21,166.19 (G17) up to £22,662.10 (G19). The full time equivalent would be £25,483 (G17) up to £27,284 (G19) depending on qualifications and experience.

Learning Support Assistants are a vital part of Windsor Forest Colleges Group, helping students fully access their classes, achieve their learning goals and reach their full potential. Reporting to the Schools Programme Manager or Lead Learning Support Assistant, and working under the supervision of teaching staff, you will support whole classes, small groups or individual students in line with college policies and individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

As part of our Creative Team, you will join a dedicated team supporting young people to build confidence, develop resilience and focus on their personal growth. Building trusting relationships is at the heart of everything we do, and our team is highly skilled at helping students feel safe, valued and understood. Your daily responsibilities will include assisting with the planning, delivery and review of learning activities, as well as supporting students to overcome physical, emotional and learning barriers. You will also assist with assignments, exam preparation and the development of essential English, mathematics and ICT skills. In addition, the role involves monitoring student behaviour, maintaining confidential records, adapting learning materials and supporting the use of specialist equipment where required.

To be considered for this role, you should have a positive attitude, a proactive approach and strong organisational skills. We welcome applications from individuals with experience working with young people, ideally within an educational setting, and an understanding of how to support neurodivergent learners and those with additional learning needs. Essential qualifications include Level 2 qualifications, such as GCSE Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent), in both English and Mathematics. Candidates should be flexible and willing to adapt to the varying needs of the department, which may include supporting online learning or providing physical assistance to students with mobility needs. Finally, the successful candidate must be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people, strictly adhering to college policies regarding Safeguarding, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Health and Safety, Data Protection and Risk Management.

Join our exceptional team and make a real difference to the lives of young people, helping them to build confidence, develop independence and achieve success in a supportive and rewarding environment.

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 in Egham and at the Berkshire College of Agriculture in 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 applications close on the 25th of October 2026, but we encourage early submission as candidates will be shortlisted on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before the deadline.