Learning Support Assistant - Professional Studies

The Windsor Forest Colleges Group; Slough; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in the South-East is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to work 29.5 hours a week supporting Professional Studies students. This position is permanent and term-time only, offering a salary from £15,958.55 to £17,737.32. Responsibilities include supporting students, guiding them through theory and practical sessions, and collaborating with a team to enhance learning experiences. Excellent staff benefits are included.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Subsidised leisure courses

Defined benefit pension schemes

Free on-site parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Family friendly policies

On-site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria

Health & wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with diverse needs.
• Ability to work in a team under supervision.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support students in developing skills for further study and employment.
• Guide students through classroom theory and practical sessions.
• Collaborate with staff to assist with students' learning.

Skills

Support students in various departments

Collaborate with pastoral staff

Assist with planning and delivery of learning activities

Job description

Overview

Windsor Forest Colleges Group is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to work 29.5 hours per week, specifically on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, supporting Professional Studies students at the Slough and Langley College campuses. This position is permanent, term-time only for 37 weeks of the year.

The role pays from G16 £15,958.55 up to G19 £17,737.32 (full-time equivalent being G16 £24,098 up to G19 £26,784).

Responsibilities

• Support students in the Hair, Beauty, Early Years, and Health & Social Care departments to develop the skills, attributes and behaviours needed to progress to further study and employment.
• Guide students through classroom theory and help them apply this knowledge in practical, technical sessions.
• Work in a team under the direction and supervision of the Curriculum Director, Programme Manager and Lecturers to assist with teaching, learning and associated activities in accordance with college policies, procedures and individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP).
• Support whole classes; work with individuals and small groups; assist with planning, delivery and evaluation of learning activities.
• Collaborate with pastoral and welfare staff to support students in overcoming learning, physical or emotional barriers.

About Us

The Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South-East. Our staff work across four 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 deliver education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses each year.

Staff Benefits

• Career progression opportunities for ambitious staff
• Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses
• Access to excellent defined benefit pension schemes
• Free on-site parking at all sites
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Family friendly policies to support Work Life Balance
• On-site 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

Application and Safeguarding

Please note that the vacancy will close on Sunday 9th November 2025. Interview dates to be agreed. Applications should include details of how you meet each of the essential criteria listed on the person specification.

• Applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before this closing date. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.

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.

Recruitment Agencies - We have a PSL of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list.