Learning Support Assistant, Part Time, Term Time

JR United Kingdom; Burton-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading college in Burton-on-Trent is seeking a Learning Support Assistant for part-time, term-time work. The role involves supporting high needs learners, promoting independence and aiding in their academic development. With a friendly team environment and additional staff benefits, this position is ideal for those looking to make a positive impact in education.

Benefits

Generous pension schemes

Generous holiday plans

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working policies

Competitive maternity, paternity and adoption leave

Excellent staff training programme

On-site nursery with Good Ofsted rating

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free annual eye tests

Access to onsite gym

Staff discounts at fine dining restaurant

Employee of the Month scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified to Level 2 in English and Maths or willing to work towards.
• Experience supporting high needs learners is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supporting high needs EHCP learners across various vocational subjects.
• Promoting independence and study skills for maximum learner achievement.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Adaptability

Enthusiasm

Education

Level 2 English and Maths

Job description

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Learning Support Assistant, Part Time, Term Time, burton upon trent

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Client:

Burton and South Derbyshire College

Location:

burton upon trent, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

10.07.2025

Expiry Date:

24.08.2025

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Job Description:

Learning Support Assistant Various hours during the working day of 09:00-16:30 dependent on learner timetables
Term Time, 36 weeks and 37 weeks per year £10,139 - £16,899 per annum (£24,049 pro rata) Burton on Trent, Town Centre Campus

Who are we looking for?

Are you a positive, patient and hardworking team player with excellent communication skills and an adaptable and professional attitude? We are looking someone to join our ALS team supporting the learner in the development of study skills and promoting independence to help ensure maximum learner achievement.

You will be supporting high needs EHCP learners across a range of vocational subjects.

Patience, enthusiasm and a good sense of humour are highly desirable attributes for this role. The post holder will need to be able to travel independently to both sites in Swadlincote and Burton on Trent as stated above.

Applicants should be qualified to, or willing to work towards, Level 2 English and Maths. Evidence of qualifications is required.

If you are viewing the advert via a 3rd party job board please visitwww.bsdc.ac.uk/work-for-us/vacanciesfor the full job advert and job description, for more information please

Why come and work for us?
Burton and South Derbyshire College is an Ofsted outstanding College. We value our employees and have a number of additional benefits to offer the successful applicant:

• Generous pension schemes for academic and support staff
• Generous holiday plans
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working policies
• Competitive maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Excellent staff training programme, including two staff development days per year
• On-site nursery with Good Ofsted rating
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free annual eye tests
• Access to our onsite gym
• Staff discounts at our fine dining restaurant, The Mulberry, our Mulberry Bistro and Innovations Hair and Beauty salon
• Reward and recognition through our Employee of the Month scheme

Burton and South Derbyshire College are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture and you should share those values. We would welcome applications from all candidates, including under-represented groups in respect of age, disability, sex, gender or gender identity, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation or transgender status which would reflect our diverse community.

The College is registered with the Disclosure and Barring Service and the successful applicants for this post will be required to apply for the Disclosure at the enhanced level. In addition, internet searches will be undertaken in accordance with the KCSIE guidance. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are committed to a sustainability agenda and are working hard towards achieving a net zero environmental impact. We aim to embed this in our culture with our staff, learners, visitors and suppliers all expected to show dedication towards reducing our carbon footprint.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon, Wednesday 23rd July 2025 with a view to interviewing on the 31st July and 1st August 2025. Please see our "Work For Us" page on the College website for more information on how to complete the application. Please note late applications are not acceptable.