Learning Support Assistant - Full Time (ALS)

BCA (Berkshire College of Agriculture); Slough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join the team in Slough. The position involves enabling students to fully access the curriculum and supporting their individual learning goals. Applicants should have GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths and possess strong communication skills. The role offers competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

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

• Ability to communicate confidently with learners of all capabilities.
• Experience in supporting teaching and learning activities.
• Recognised Teaching Assistant qualification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Enabling students to access the curriculum.
• Assisting with teaching, learning, and associated activities.
• Supporting students to overcome learning and emotional barriers.

Skills

Communication

Support for learners

Team collaboration

Education

GCSE or Level 2 equivalent in English and Maths

Job description

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

Learning Support Assistant - Full Time (ALS)

The position involves enabling students to access the curriculum as fully as possible, supporting them to work towards their desired outcomes, achieving their learning goals and potential.

Working under the direction and supervision of the Curriculum Director, Programme Manager and Lecturers to assist with teaching, learning and associated activities in accordance with college policies, procedures and individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP). This may include supporting whole classes; working with individuals and small groups of learners; assisting with planning, delivery, and evaluation of learning activities; working closely with pastoral and welfare staff in supporting students to overcome learning, physical or emotional boundaries.

Salary range for this role is £20,015.81 - £22,246.80 per year (£24,098 - £26,784 FTE) depending on qualifications and experience. Working hours: 08:30 - 17:00 Monday - Thursday and 08:30 - 16:30 Friday, 37 term-time weeks per year.

To be considered for this role, you must have a GCSE or Level 2 equivalent in English and Maths as well as being confident communicating with learners of all capabilities and levels. A recognised Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential for this position.

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

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.

Our Staff Benefit From

• Career progression opportunities for ambitious staff
• Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses
• Access to excellent 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
• Various health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at Langley College

Please be advised that the vacancy will close on the 16th November 2025, however, interviews may be held on a rolling basis.

To apply please visit our careers page and complete the online application form.

Please ensure you pay particular attention to the supporting statement of the online application form making sure to include details of how you meet each of the essential criteria listed on the person specification.

• Applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before this closing date. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.

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 which are an essential part of the safeguarding process.

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