Learning Support Assistant – Orchard Hill College

Orchard Hill; Sutton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Orchard Hill College invites applications for a Learning Support Assistant. The role covers Sutton, Wallington and Carshalton; it is a 36-hour week, term-time only post, with responsibility to support students within a college setting.

The post offers a salary of £22,306–£23,598 (London Weighting included) and a fixed annual equivalent around £28,218–£29,852, depending on spine points, with interviews to be held in early November 2026.

Job description

Learning Support Assistant – Orchard Hill College

Sutton/ Wallington/Carshalton Grade 1C/3, spine points 9 – 17, Sutton = Outer London £22,306 - £23,598 (FTE £28,218 - £29,852) inclusive of London Weighting Allowance 36 hours per week, Term Time only (36 working weeks), 8.45 am – 4.30 pm Monday to Thursday and 8.45 am to 4.15 pm on Friday Application End Date: 11/10/2026

Please note that CV applications cannot be considered.

To ensure a fair opportunity for all applicants, candidates who have applied for this position in the past 6 months will not be considered.

Interview date: Week commencing 2 nd November 2026 after half term

To help us manage applications effectively, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient suitable applications are received.

Safeguarding Statement:

Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Appointments made will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

In line with the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, the Trust reserves the right to request and review references prior to interview as part of our safer recruitment process. Any concerns raised will be followed up with the applicant before a recruitment decision is made.