Learning Support Assistant - English

BCA (Berkshire College of Agriculture); Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in the South-East is seeking a Learning Support Assistant – English for BCA College. This permanent, term-time role offers the opportunity to help students fully engage with their learning, supporting their varied educational needs in a collaborative environment. Join a team committed to delivering quality education and enjoy staff benefits like career progression and health initiatives.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Access to subsidised leisure courses

Excellent defined benefit pension schemes

Free on-site parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Family-friendly policies

Health & wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with diverse needs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Enable students to access the curriculum and achieve learning goals.
• Support whole classes and work individually or in small groups.
• Assist with planning, delivery, and evaluation of learning activities.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Supportive

Education

Relevant teaching qualification or experience

Job description

Windsor Forest Colleges Group is looking for a Learning Support Assistant – English to join our BCA College team on a Permanent, Term-Time Only basis starting in September 2025 (37 weeks TTO).

The role involves enabling students to access the curriculum fully, supporting them to achieve their learning goals and potential. The assistant will work under the supervision of the Curriculum Director, Programme Manager, and lecturers to assist with teaching, learning, and related activities in accordance with college policies and individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP). Responsibilities may include supporting whole classes, working with individuals and small groups, assisting with planning, delivery, and evaluation of learning activities, and collaborating with pastoral and welfare staff to support students in overcoming learning, physical, or emotional barriers.

For further details, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.

About Us

The Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South-East, operating across four main campuses at Langley, Windsor, Strodes-Egham, and Berkshire College of Agriculture-Maidenhead. Our staff focus on placing learners at the heart of everything we do, delivering education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses in state-of-the-art learning environments.

Our Staff Benefits

• Career progression opportunities for ambitious staff
• Access to subsidised leisure courses
• Excellent defined benefit pension schemes
• Free on-site parking at all sites
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Family-friendly policies supporting work-life balance
• On-site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria
• Health & wellbeing benefits, including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling, and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at Langley College

Please note the vacancy will close on Tuesday 17th July 2025. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis, and we may interview and appoint before the closing date. We encourage early application to avoid disappointment.

To apply, visit our careers page and complete the online application form. Pay particular attention to the supporting statement, including how you meet each of the essential criteria listed on the person specification.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check, along with other legally required checks as part of the safeguarding process.