Learning Support Assistant - Full Time (ALS)

Windsor Forest Colleges; Slough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant for a full-time role at Slough and Langley College. You will support learners in achieving their desired outcomes in a nurturing environment. The role requires GCSE or Level 2 in English and Maths, with a salary range of £20,015.81 to £22,246.80 per year. Benefits include career progression opportunities, subsidized leisure courses, and well-being programs.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Access to subsidised leisure courses

Defined benefit pension schemes

Free on-site parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Family-friendly policies

On-site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria

Health & wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• GCSE or Level 2 equivalent in English and Maths required.
• Confident communication with learners of all capabilities and levels.
• Recognised Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support whole classes, individuals and small groups of learners.
• Assist with planning, delivery and evaluation of learning activities.
• Collaborate with pastoral and welfare staff to help students.

Skills

Confident communication

Supporting learners

Education

GCSE or Level 2 equivalent in English and Maths

Job description

Overview

The Windsor Forest Colleges Group is seeking two dedicated Learning Support Assistant - Full Time (ALS) to join our team at Slough and Langley College. This is a Term Time Only role, 37 hours per week across 37 term-time weeks per year.

Role

The position involves enabling students to access the curriculum as fully as possible, supporting them to work towards their desired outcomes, and helping them achieve their learning goals and potential. You will work under the direction and supervision of the Curriculum Director, Programme Manager and Lecturers to assist with teaching, learning and related activities in accordance with college policies, EHCPs and safeguarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support whole classes, individuals and small groups of learners.
• Assist with planning, delivery and evaluation of learning activities.
• Collaborate with pastoral and welfare staff to help students overcome learning, physical or emotional barriers.

Hours, Salary and Location

Full-time hours: 08:30 – 17:00 Monday – Thursday and 08:30 – 16:30 Fridays at the Slough and Langley College campuses. 37 term-time weeks per year. Salary range: £20,015.81 – £22,246.80 per year (£24,098 – £26,784 FTE), depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• GCSE or Level 2 equivalent in English and Maths.
• Confident communication with learners of all capabilities and levels.
• Recognised Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential.

About Us

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. Our teams place the learner at the heart of all we do and we deliver education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses each year.

Benefits

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

Application information

Please note: the vacancy will close on 16 November 2025; interviews may be held on a rolling basis. To apply, visit our careers page and complete the online application form. Include details of how you meet each of the essential criteria listed in the person specification.

Applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date. Please apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.

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

Recruitment agencies: We have a PSL of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge speculative CVs or unsolicited introductions from agencies not on this list.

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date if we receive sufficient interest. For more information about roles, please contact the college directly via the careers page.