Learning Support Assistant - Foundation

eTeach UK Limited; England; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Free onsite parking

Career progression opportunities

Subsidised leisure courses

Defined benefit pension schemes

Cycle to Work Scheme

Family friendly policies

Onsite Coffee Shop & Cafeteria

Health & wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Windsor Forest Colleges Group is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join the Foundation Department at Berkshire College of Agriculture, Maidenhead, on a full-time, term-time basis. You will support whole classes, small groups, or individual learners to access the curriculum, assist with English, maths and ICT, and help students with learning difficulties.

The post is paid on the Support Staff scale G17–G19 with pro-rated salaries, and requires Level 2 English and Maths GCSE and the ability

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at A-C or equivalent.
• Experience supporting individuals with learning difficulties such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, or Dyspraxia.
• Ability to meet physical demands of the post, including mobility support.
• Strict adherence to Risk Management, Equality, Health and Safety, Data Protection and Safeguarding policies.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the planning, delivery, and evaluation of learning activities.
• Helping students overcome physical, emotional, or learning boundaries.
• Assisting with assignments, exam preparation, and development of English, mathematics, and ICT skills.
• Monitoring student behaviour.
• Maintaining confidential records.
• Adapting learning materials.
• Supporting the use of specialist equipment.

Skills

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Physical stamina

Education

GCSE English and Maths (A-C)

Job description

Windsor Forest Colleges group is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our Foundation Department at our Berkshire College of Agriculture campus on a full time, term time only basis.

Learning Support Assistant

This Learning Support Assistant 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-rated salary of G17 £21,166.19 up to G19 £22,662.10 (G17 £25,483 up to G19 £27,284 FTE). Learning Support Assistants are a vital part of Windsor Forest Colleges Group which help students fully access the curriculum, achieve their learning goals, and fulfil their potential. Reporting to the Head of Department and working under the supervision of senior academic staff and lecturers, the Learning Support Assistant will support whole classes, small groups, or individual students in accordance with college policies and individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP).

Key responsibilities

• Assisting with the planning, delivery, and evaluation of learning activities.
• Helping students overcome physical, emotional, or learning boundaries.
• Assisting with assignments, exam preparation, and the development of English, mathematics, and ICT skills.
• Monitoring student behaviour.
• Maintaining confidential records.
• Adapting learning materials.
• Supporting the use of specialist equipment.

Essential qualifications

• Level 2 qualifications (GCSE grade A-C or equivalent) in both English and Mathematics, along with relevant qualifications or experience supporting individuals with learning difficulties such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Dyspraxia.
• Applicants must demonstrate strong organizational skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to meet the physical demands of the post, such as providing physical support for mobility-impaired students.
• The successful candidate must strictly adhere to the college's policies regarding Risk Management, Diversity and Equality, Health and Safety, Data Protection, and Safeguarding.

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 Egham and Berkshire College of Agriculture 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.

Benefits

• 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

Our staff 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. The vacancy will close on 31st October 2026*Interviews will be held on a rolling basis*