Learning Support Assistant — Empower 16–19 Learners

North East Combined Authority; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College is seeking a committed Learning Support Assistant to join the Learning Support team. You will support students with specific learning difficulties and disabilities to succeed in studies and college life, under the direction of the SENDCo.

The role requires good literacy, numeracy and IT skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with 16–19-year-old learners. It offers a fixed-term contract until 31 July 2027 and a pro rata salary on the SFCA pay

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learners on a one-to-one basis or in groups.
• Strong literacy, numeracy and IT skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understands the learning process and can build effective relationships with young people aged 16-19.
• Is well organised, adaptable and committed to ongoing professional development.
• Experience of supporting students with additional learning needs would be desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support students with specific learning difficulties and disabilities within lessons and across the college.
• Prepare learning materials and resources to meet individual needs.
• Assist students in the use of assistive technology to enhance their learning.
• Help identify and assess student learning support requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of support provided.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to ensure students receive the best possible support.

Skills

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

IT skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organised

Adaptable

Professional development

Experience with additional learning ne

Tools

Assistive technology

Job description

Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College is seeking a committed Learning Support Assistant to join the Learning Support team. You will support students with specific learning difficulties and disabilities to succeed in studies and college life, under the direction of the SENDCo.

The role requires good literacy, numeracy and IT skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with 16–19-year-old learners. It offers a fixed-term contract until 31 July 2027 and a pro rata salary on the SFCA pay