Learning Support Assistant – Various Hours

Telford College; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Telford College is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to aid teaching and learning for students with learning difficulties and additional needs. You will work with EHCPs and Learning Support Coordinator to create an inclusive learning environment and ensure every learner can reach their potential.

In this role you will build positive relationships with students, staff, parents and external professionals, and perform duties across the college including supervision during meals and transport,

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities with students and staff.
• Ability to observe and record behaviours and provide positive support.
• Clear spoken English to understand and give instructions and follow health/safety rules.
• Experience working with children and adults with Special Educational Needs.
• Literacy and Numeracy Level 2 or willingness to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• To undertake work/teaching programmes with individuals or groups of students.
• To assist the Teacher in maintaining a safe and stimulating environment.
• To undertake professional development and training across The College as appropriate.
• To support inclusion/outreach work as described in the role.
• To complete Learning Support Records to support EHCP review processes.
• To work with a team to support students with Individual Learning/Behaviour Programmes.
• To assist with personal care needs of students as required.
• To supervise meals/breaks and assist with purchase of food.
• To supervise students during social times and transport.
• To support learners with learning/additional needs (physical, behavioural, medical, emotional, sensory).

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Observations/behavior support

English language proficiency

SEN experience

Education

Literacy & Numeracy Level 2

Vocational qualification LVL 2/3

Job description

Learning Support Assistant – Various Hours

Permanent

30 hours

£16,785.30 pro rata

£25,947 FTE

Reports to: Learner Manager

Vacancy reference: VN0114/26

Application deadline: October 30, 2026

About the role

About the Role

As a Learning Support Assistant at Telford College, you will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning for students with learning difficulties and additional needs. Working closely with the EHCP and Learning Support Coordinator, as well as classroom teachers, you will help create an inclusive and supportive learning environment that enables every student to reach their potential.

In this role, you will build and maintain positive, professional relationships with students, staff, parents/carers, and external professionals, ensuring effective communication and collaboration. Alongside your core responsibilities, you may also be asked to undertake additional duties that contribute to the smooth running of the College and the success of our learners.

About Our College

Telford College is a fantastic place to build your career, offering a supportive and inclusive working environment where staff are valued and encouraged to develop. Employees can benefit from term-time only working arrangements, helping to achieve a positive work-life balance.

The College also provides a free onsite gym to support staff wellbeing alongside access to a Blue Light Card with hundreds of retail, leisure and hospitality discounts. Telford College offers a wide range of training and development opportunities to help you grow professionally and reach your full potential.

Key responsibilities

• To undertake work/teaching programmes with individuals or groups of students
• To assist the Teacher in maintaining a safe and stimulating environment
• To undertake professional development and training across The College as appropriate
• To support inclusion/outreach work as
• To complete Learning Support Records to support the EHCP review process
• To work with a team of people to support students with Individual Learning/Behaviour Programmes
• To undertake and provide assistance with the personal care needs of students such as toileting, feeding and mobility (this may require a level of physical fitness appropriate to the requirements of the individual needing care e.g. pushing a wheelchair) in accordance with the policy of the College.
• To supervise meal and break times as required, this may involve assisting students with the purchase and carrying of food and drink in areas within the College.
• To provide supervision at social times to enable learners to access clubs/activities.
• To supervise students in and out of transport at the beginning and end of the
• To support students in relation to learning/additional needs including physical, behavioural, medical, emotional, sensory etc.

Skills and expertise

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students and staff at all levels and to establish and maintain good relationships with young people.
• Ability to implement training and carry out tasks independently and follow instructions.
• Excellent ability to make and record observations/and provide positive behavior support to young people who may be disengaged.
• Very good understanding and use of spoken English in order to receive and give instructions and comply with health and safety procedures.
• Experience of and genuine desire to work with children and adults with Special Educational Needs.

Qualifications and training

• You should have Literacy and Numeracy skills to a good standard, preferably Level 2, or be willing to undertake training to achieve this.
• Hold a relevant vocational qualification at level 2/3.