Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

East Coast College; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in the UK is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to enhance students' educational experiences. The role involves supporting diverse learning needs and working across campuses to optimize student engagement and achievement. Candidates must hold Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths. The position offers variable hours, a generous pension scheme, and professional development opportunities, making it an excellent choice for those passionate about supporting education.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Excellent continuing professional development opportunities

Discounted use of Gym, Salon, and Restaurant

Responsibilities

• Support various types of learning, including classroom and work experience.
• Provide assistance in workshops and during educational trips.
• Work collaboratively with the SEND Team to promote student engagement.

Skills

Experience with learning and physical needs

Flexibility to work across campuses

First Aid certification

Manual Handling training

Education

Level 2 in English

Level 2 in Maths

Job description

Job Details

• Job Title: Learning Support Assistant - LSA
• Location: Lowestoft and Great Yarmouth
• Hours: Various (hours to be confirmed each term)
• Contract: Permanent - Variable Hours
• Salary: Band E - £12.42 per hour

Are you looking for an opportunity to support education and learning within Further Education? Are you a committed and dedicated advocate for student progression? Do you enjoy working with a variety of people? The SEND Team at East Coast College is looking for Learning Support Assistants to provide invaluable support to both students and staff, and optimise engagement, progression, and achievement.

Responsibilities & Key Needs

• SEND - Experience of working with a wide range of learning and/or physical needs
• Support learning – Classroom, workshop, work experience, trips, and visits
• Flexibility – Work across campuses
• Professional Development – First Aid, Manual Handling, SALT

Benefits

• Generous pension scheme – Employer contribution of 22%
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• Discounted use of Gym, Salon, and Restaurant

If you’d like to find out more about this opportunity to be a part of East Coast College, then apply now, or contact Lucy Stebbings – [e-mail] for more information, or to receive the application in an accessible format. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

East Coast College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service. We require all staff to hold a Level 2 in English and Maths, and be able to evidence this.

We will hold and process any personal data, including sensitive (special category) personal data, relating to you in accordance with our legal obligations, in the manner set out in the Privacy Notice for Staff and in accordance with our Data Protection Policy, which is set out on the College’s website. You should familiarise yourself with our Data Protection Policy (and all other subsidiary policies to it) and comply with them at all times. Neither the Privacy Notice for Staff nor those policies form a part of your contract of employment.