Learning Support Assistant - Foundation

Usthe Windsor Forest Colleges Group (twfcg); Middleton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Free onsite parking

Career progression

Job summary

Windsor Forest Colleges Group is seeking a part-time Learning Support Assistant for the Foundation Department at Slough and Langley campuses, term-time only. The role runs 15 hours per week across 37 weeks per year, with a pro-rata salary on Scale G (£8,580.89 to £9,187.34); FTE £25,483–£27,284.

The assistant will support classes, groups, or individuals in line with EHCPs and college policies. Reporting to the Head of Department, responsibilities include aiding in planning, delivering, and

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Mathematics at grade A-C or equivalent are required.
• Experience supporting individuals with learning difficulties such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Dyspraxia is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, delivery, and evaluation of learning activities.
• Support students in small groups or individual sessions as needed.
• Monitor student behaviour and maintain confidential records.

Skills

Youth support

Experience with young adults

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Mathematics

Job description

Job Description

Windsor Forest Colleges group is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our Foundation Department at our Slough and Langley campus on a part-time, term time only basis.

Learning Support Assistant

This Learning Support Assistant role involves working 15 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 G17 £8,580.89 up to G19 £9,187.34 (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 include

Assisting with the planning, delivery, and evaluation of learning activities; helping students overcome physical, emotional, or learning boundaries; and assisting with assignments, exam preparation, and the development of English, mathematics, and ICT skills. Additionally, the role involves monitoring student behaviour, maintaining confidential records, adapting learning materials, and supporting the use of specialist equipment.

To be considered for the role, candidates must possess a positive attitude, experience working with young adults (ideally in education), and the flexibility to work across various departments or remotely online if necessary. Essential qualifications include 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. Finally, 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.

For further details on this role please refer to the attached job description/person specification.

Our staff benefit from:

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) currently offering 24.3% employer contribution
• Free onsite parking at all sites
• Career progression