Learning Support Assistant ( Mainstream )

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Morgan Hunt UK Limited is seeking a Learning Support Assistant / Learning Mentor for Ardleigh Green. This temporary role involves one-to-one and small-group support across various curriculum areas, helping learners build confidence and independent learning skills, while assisting staff to create an inclusive environment.

The position is based at Ardleigh Green and requires safeguarding awareness, excellent communication, and a willingness to obtain an Enhanced DBS.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learners in school or community settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students across curriculum areas.
• Support learners to develop confidence, motivation, organisation and independence.
• Assist teaching staff in creating an inclusive learning environment.
• Encourage positive behaviour, attendance and participation in lessons.
• Help students overcome barriers to learning and achieve goals.
• Monitor learner progress and provide feedback to staff.
• Promote safeguarding and learner wellbeing at all times.
• Support students with additional learning needs while encouraging independence.

Skills

Learning support

Communication

Safeguarding

DBS update service

Right to work in UK

Education

Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching & Learning

Job description

Learning Support Assistant / Learning Mentor - Ardleigh Green

Are you passionate about helping young people achieve their full potential? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant / Learning Mentor to join the team at Ardleigh Green .

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant / Learning Mentor

Location: Ardleigh Green .

Job Type: Temporary (with potential for long-term opportunities)

Industry: Further Education (SEND)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students across a range of curriculum areas.
• Support learners to develop confidence, motivation, organisation, and independent learning skills.
• Assist teaching staff in creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Encourage positive behaviour, attendance, and student participation in lessons.
• Help students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their academic and personal goals.
• Monitor learner progress and provide constructive feedback to teaching staff.
• Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity, and student wellbeing at all times.
• Support students with additional learning needs where appropriate, while encouraging independence.

Skills & Experience

• Experience working as a Learning Support Assistant, Learning Mentor, Teaching Assistant, Youth Worker, or in a similar student support role.
• Experience supporting young people or adults within a school, college, or community setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, approachable, and able to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• A good understanding of safeguarding and promoting learner wellbeing.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Right to work in the UK.

Desirable

• Experience supporting learners with mild additional learning needs in a mainstream educational environment.
• Knowledge of behaviour management strategies and learner engagement.
• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Education, Youth Work, or a related field.