Learning Support Assistant in Professional Studies

Windsor Forest Colleges; Langley; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education provider in the UK is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support Professional Studies students at Slough and Langley College campuses. The role involves working 29.5 hours a week, aiding students in departments like Hair, Beauty, Early Years, and Health & Social Care. Ideal candidates will have experience in educational support and strong interpersonal skills, contributing to an enriching learning environment. Benefits include career progression and various health and wellbeing perks.

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 and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting students with diverse needs in an educational setting.
• Ability to assist in planning, delivery, and evaluation of learning activities.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support students in various departments including Hair, Beauty, and Health.
• Guide students through theory and practical sessions.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to enhance learning experiences.

Job description

Learning Support Assistant in Professional Studies

Windsor Forest Colleges Group is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to work 29.5 hours per week, specifically on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, supporting our Professional Studies students at our Slough and Langley College campuses. This position is on a permanent, term-time only basis for 37 weeks of the year.

The role pays from G16 £15,958.55 up to G19 £17,737.32 (full time equivalent being G16 £24,098 up to G19 £26,784).

Responsibilities

In this role, you will support students in the Hair, Beauty, Early Years, and Health & Social Care departments to develop the skills, attributes, and behaviours needed to progress to further study and employment. You will guide them through classroom theory and help them apply this knowledge in practical, technical sessions.

Working in a team under the direction and supervision of the Curriculum Director, Programme Manager and Lecturers you will 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.

Additional Information

To apply, please visit our careers page and complete the online application form. For further details on this role, refer to the attached job description/person specification.

About the Employer

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 in 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.

Benefits

• 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

Closing Date

The vacancy will close on Friday 2nd January 2026.

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 which are an essential part of the safeguarding process.