Learning Support Assistant - SEND & Student Success

Activate-Learning-1; Worplesdon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave pro-rated

Free eye tests

Wellbeing Toolkit

Blue Light Card

LinkedIn Learning access

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Activate Learning’s Merrist Wood College is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support learners aged 16-19 with SEND across GCSEs, LifeSkills and A-Levels. You will provide in-class and 1:1 support to help students overcome barriers and reach their potential.

The role involves supporting learners with autism, learning difficulties, physical disabilities, and social, emotional and mental health needs. A fixed-term contract runs until July 2027 with potential extension.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEND (desirable but not essential).
• Minimum GCSE English and Maths grade C/level 4 or above.
• Patient, empathetic and positive approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with students.
• Flexible, proactive and able to work as part of a team.
• Commitment to inclusion and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEND (entry level to GCSE and Level 3).
• Assist students to access the curriculum and achieve their learning goals.
• Support development of independence, life skills and employability.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Adapt resources and approaches to meet individual needs.
• Work collaboratively with tutors and support services.
• Support students with personal care and medication as part of the role.
• Attend and complete relevant training, including personal care, medication and manual handling.

Skills

SEND experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Flexible

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Job description

Activate Learning’s Merrist Wood College is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support learners aged 16-19 with SEND across GCSEs, LifeSkills and A-Levels. You will provide in-class and 1:1 support to help students overcome barriers and reach their potential.

The role involves supporting learners with autism, learning difficulties, physical disabilities, and social, emotional and mental health needs. A fixed-term contract runs until July 2027 with potential extension.