Learning Support Assistant - Part Time

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & Development

First Aid Training

Job summary

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Learning Support Assistant (SEN) in Bromley for a 12-month+ role working three days per week during term time. The position offers £26,803–£27,597 pro rata with access to training, development and first aid training.

You will provide 1:1 and small group support to learners with SEN, helping them access learning programmes, college services and enrichment activities while working closely with curriculum staff and the Learning Support team.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learners with SEN or additional needs
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to undertake safeguarding training and first aid
• Ability to build positive relationships with learners and staff
• Comfortable supporting personal care and mobility where required

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group learning support
• Remove barriers to learning and enable access to college services
• Support learners in accessing enrichment activities
• Assist with personal care, mobility and wellbeing where needed
• Help develop independence, study skills and self-advocacy
• Support implementation and review of individual support plans and EHCP outcomes
• Collaborate with teaching staff, parents and external agencies

Skills

SEN support

1:1 support

Communication

Team player

Safeguarding

Education

Level 2 English

Level 2 Maths

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (SEN) - (3 Days per Week)

3 days per week | Term Time Only | Long-term contract (12 months+ / ongoing)
Salary: £26,803 - £27,597 pro rata (term time only) + Training & Development + First Aid Training
Location: Bromley (South London)

Are you passionate about supporting young people and adults with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you want to make a genuine difference every day, while working for a supportive and inclusive education provider that invests in your professional development?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established Further Education college, where you will play a vital role in helping learners achieve their educational goals, develop independence, and access every aspect of college life.

Working closely with curriculum staff and the Learning Support team, you will provide 1:1 and small group support, remove barriers to learning, and help create an inclusive environment where every learner can thrive.

This role would suit someone with experience supporting learners with SEN or additional needs, excellent communication skills, and a caring, patient approach. Applications are welcomed from candidates with backgrounds in education, care, youth work, support work, or similar sectors.

The Role:

• Provide learning and accessibility support for learners with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Support students to access learning programmes, college services and enrichment activities
• Assist with personal care, mobility and wellbeing where required
• Help learners develop independence, study skills and self-advocacy
• Support the implementation and review of individual support plans and EHCP outcomes
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, parents/carers and external agencies
• Ensure assistive technology and specialist equipment are available and operational
• Act as a College First Aider (training provided if required)

The Person:

• Experience supporting learners with SEN, additional needs or vulnerable individuals
• Good standard of general education with Level 2 English and Maths (or willingness to achieve)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to build positive relationships with learners, colleagues and external stakeholders
• Team player with a proactive and flexible approach
• Comfortable supporting learners with personal care and mobility where required
• Committed to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion
• First Aid qualification or willingness to obtain one

Reference Number: BBBH280471

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.