Learning Support Assistant - Foundation

Windsor Forest Colleges Group; Slough; On-site; GBP 8,580 - 9,187; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS 24.3% employer contribution

Free onsite parking

Career progression opportunities

Subsidised leisure courses

Defined benefit pension schemes

Cycle to Work Scheme

Family friendly policies

Onsite café

Wellbeing benefits & gym discounts

Job summary

Windsor Forest Colleges Group is seeking a Learning Support Assistant for its Slough and Langley campuses on a part-time, term-time basis. The role is 15 hours per week over 37 term-time weeks, with a pro-rata salary on Scale G of £8,580.89 up to £9,187.34.

The post involves supporting learners with English, maths and ICT, and requires an enhanced DBS check. The college offers LGPS benefits, onsite parking, career progression, and a range of staff wellbeing and training opportunities across

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualifications in English and Mathematics (GCSE A-C or equivalent).
• Experience supporting individuals with learning difficulties such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Dyspraxia.
• Strong organisational skills and a proactive approach.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the post, including mobility support.
• DBS checks and safeguarding as per college policy.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, delivery, and evaluation of learning activities.
• Help students overcome physical, emotional, or learning boundaries.
• Assist with assignments, exam preparation, and development of English, mathematics, and ICT skills.
• Monitor student behaviour, maintain confidential records, adapt learning materials, and support use of specialist equipment.

Skills

Experience with young adults

Strong organisational skills

Proactive mindset

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Mathematics

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

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.

This 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).

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, delivery, and evaluation of learning activities.
• Help students overcome physical, emotional, or learning boundaries.
• Assist with assignments, exam preparation, and the development of English, mathematics, and ICT skills.
• Monitor student behaviour, maintain confidential records, adapt learning materials, and support the use of specialist equipment.

Qualifications and Experience

• Positive attitude and experience working with young adults, ideally in education.
• Level 2 qualifications (GCSE grade A‑C or equivalent) in both English and Mathematics.
• Relevant qualifications or experience supporting individuals with learning difficulties such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Dyspraxia.
• Strong organisational skills and a proactive approach.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the post, including providing physical support for mobility‑impaired students.
• Strict adherence to the college's policies regarding Risk Management, Diversity and Equality, Health and Safety, Data Protection, and Safeguarding, and completion of an enhanced DBS and Barred List check.

About the College

The Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South East. Our staff work across four main campuses at Langley, Windsor, Strodes Egham and Berkshire College of Agriculture Maidenhead. We place the learner at the heart of all we do and deliver education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses each year.

Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) 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 & café
• Various health and wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at Langley College

Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check along with other legally required checks that are an essential part of the safeguarding process.