Learning Support Assistant - Foundation

Sparsholt College Group; Winchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Sparsholt College Group is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to help students with special educational needs. The role involves supporting students in diverse settings, focusing on their growth and independence. The college offers a supportive environment with professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Defined contribution pension scheme

Employee assistance scheme

On-site gym

Discounted hair treatments

Access to CPD events

Various food outlets

Beautiful rural setting

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in educational or care settings is advantageous.
• Willingness to undertake further training.

Responsibilities

• Support students with moderate to complex learning difficulties.
• Assist students in various settings, both in class and offsite.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

English and Maths at grade C/4 or above

Job description

Learning Support Assistant – Foundation (Sparsholt)

Working Pattern: Full-time or part-time available (minimum of 22 hours per week) (36 weeks per year)

Closing date: 2 June 2025

Looking for a new and rewarding challenge?

We’re dedicated to supporting students with SEN and ensuring that students reach their full potential.

Over the past few years, we have developed the Foundation curriculum to create an outcome-focused, student-centered approach. All students are supported to be ready for adulthood, focusing on their health, employability, independence, and community involvement.

We are seeking additional team members to support students with moderate to complex learning difficulties within our Further Education program.

The role involves supporting students in various settings, either in groups or on a 1-1 basis, both in class, social settings on campus, and offsite. You will assist students with diverse learning needs to achieve their goals and reach their full potential.

As a land-based college, support activities will vary from working in the college zoo to collaborating with the Chelsea award-winning horticulture team. Much of the support is outdoors and practical.

Applicants should have a good standard of education, including English and Maths at grade C/4 or above or equivalent, and be willing to undertake further training. Experience working with young people in educational or care settings is advantageous. We will support professional development and qualifications.

We reserve the right to close these vacancies early if sufficient applications are received.

The start date for LSA roles will be at the beginning of the academic year.

Benefits include:

• Eligibility to join a defined contribution pension scheme
• Access to an employee assistance scheme
• On-site gym at the Sparsholt campus
• Opportunity to purchase Sparsholt produce including plants, fruits, vegetables, fish, and game
• Discounted hair treatments at the Andover campus
• Access to CPD events and activities, including wellness days, free e-learning courses, and support for professional qualifications
• Various food outlets and eateries offering good value food and drinks
• Working in a beautiful rural setting
• Excellent career and progression opportunities

The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Successful applicants will need to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.