Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Physical Disabilities

Protocol; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Job summary

Vision Talent Solutions is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a Further Education College in Mansfield on a part-time, temporary basis with an immediate start available.

The role involves providing one-to-one and classroom support to learners with physical disabilities, assisting with mobility and personal care where needed, and maintaining a safe, inclusive learning environment in collaboration with teaching staff.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with physical disabilities in an educational setting.
• Current Manual Handling training.
• Patient, caring and professional approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and classroom-based support to learners with physical disabilities.
• Assist students with mobility and personal care requirements where required.
• Use safe manual handling techniques when supporting learners.
• Encourage independence and promote student engagement in learning.
• Work closely with teaching staff and support teams to ensure learners receive the support they need.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Patient and caring

Tools

Manual Handling

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Physical Disabilities

Mansfield | Part-Time | Temporary Contract | Immediate Start

Vision Talent Solutions is recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a welcoming Further Education College in Mansfield on a part-time, temporary basis with an immediate start available.

This role will involve supporting students with physical disabilities, helping them to access learning, participate fully in college life, and achieve their educational goals. The college regularly requires additional support staff throughout the academic year, making this an excellent opportunity to get your foot in the door and build a relationship with a college that frequently has future opportunities available.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and classroom-based support to learners with physical disabilities.
• Assist students with mobility and personal care requirements where required.
• Use safe manual handling techniques when supporting learners.
• Encourage independence and promote student engagement in learning.
• Work closely with teaching staff and support teams to ensure learners receive the support they need.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.

Essential Requirements

Please note: Manual Handling training is a non-negotiable requirement for this role. CVs will not be considered without it.

• Previous experience supporting individuals with physical disabilities within an educational setting.
• Current or recent Manual Handling training.
• A patient, caring, and professional approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

What's on Offer?

• Immediate start.
• Part-time, temporary contract.
• Competitive hourly rate.
• Valuable experience within a Further Education College.
• Opportunity to secure future assignments as additional support requirements arise.
• A fantastic chance to get your foot in the door with a college that regularly requires high-quality support staff.

Vision Talent Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and professional service for all. All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.