Learning Support Assistant - Motor Vehicles

Windsor Forest Colleges; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension 24.3% employer contrib.

Free onsite parking

Career progression opportunities

Subsidised leisure courses

Defined benefit pension schemes

Job summary

Windsor Forest Colleges Group in Maidenhead is seeking a part-time Learning Support Assistant for the Berkshire College of Agriculture campus. The role is 18 hours per week over 37 term-time weeks, with a pro-rata salary on the G scale.

The work pattern is Monday to Wednesday with college hours 08:30–17:00. Reporting to the Head of Department, you will support whole classes, groups, or individuals, helping learners access the curriculum and meet their targets.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Level 2 or equivalent.
• Experience supporting individuals with learning difficulties such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Dyspraxia.
• Strong organisational skills and proactive approach; ability to meet physical demands of the post.
• Adherence to safeguarding, equality, and health & safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, delivery and evaluation of learning activities.
• Help students overcome physical, emotional, or learning barriers.
• Assist with assignments, exam preparation and development of English, mathematics, and ICT skills.
• Monitor student behaviour; maintain confidential records; adapt learning materials; support the use of specialist equipment.

Skills

Experience with young adults

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Mathematics

Job description

Windsor Forest Colleges group is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our Motor Vehicle Department at our Berkshire College of Agriculture campus on a part‑time, term time only basis.

Learning Support Assistant

This Learning Support Assistant role involves working 18 hours per week over 37 term‑time weeks per year. The role pays on Scale G of the Support Staff pay scale offering a pro‑ra salary of G17 £10,297.07 up to G19 £11,024.81 (G17 £25,483 up to G19 £27,284 FTE). The working pattern for this role is Monday – Wednesday. The college hours are 08:30 – 17:00 and applicants should be available for work between these times.

Learning Support Assistants are a vital part of Windsor Forest Colleges Group which help students fully access the curriculum, achieve their learning goals, and fulfil their potential. Reporting to the Head of Department and working under the supervision of senior academic staff and lecturers, the Learning Support Assistant will support whole classes, small groups, or individual students in accordance with college policies and individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP).

• Assisting with the planning, delivery, and evaluation of learning activities;
• Helping students overcome physical, emotional, or learning boundaries;
• Assisting with assignments, exam preparation, and the development of English, mathematics, and ICT skills;
• Monitoring student behaviour;
• Maintaining confidential records;
• Adapting learning materials;
• Supporting the use of specialist equipment.

To be considered for the role, candidates must possess a positive attitude, experience working with young adults (ideally in education), and the flexibility to work across various departments or remotely online if necessary.

Essential qualifications

• Level 2 qualifications (GCSE grade A-C or equivalent) in both English and Mathematics;
• Relevant qualifications or experience supporting individuals with learning difficulties such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Dyspraxia;
• Strong organisational skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to meet the physical demands of the post, such as providing physical support for mobility‑impaired students;
• Strict adherence to the college's policies regarding Risk Management, Diversity and Equality, Health and Safety, Data Protection, and Safeguarding.

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

Our staff benefit from:

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) currently offering 24.3% employer contribution
• Free onsite parking at all sites
• Career progression opportunities for ambitious staff
• Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses
• Access to excellent defined benefit pension schemes
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Family friendly policies supporting Work Life Balance
• Onsite 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 7th November 2026*Interviews will be held on a rolling basis*

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.