Learning Support Lead & SEND Coach

Activate-Learning-1; Oxford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Activate Learning Group is seeking a Learning Support Team Leader to guide the LSA Mentor andLearning Support Assistants, ensuring high standards of support and learner progression at our Oxford college.

The role is permanent, full-time (37 hours/week) on site in Oxford, with DBS checks and a strong emphasis on coaching, development, and operational leadership within the learning support team.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage, develop, and performance-review a team of support staff.
• Strong understanding of SEND and ability to implement appropriate support strategies.
• Coordinate staff deployment and prioritise support efficiently.
• Identify and support staff training and development needs.
• Commitment to improving learner progress, independence, and achievement.

Responsibilities

• Perform developmental observations and line manage Learning Support Assistants and LSA Mentor.
• Monitor recruitment needs and staff retention; oversee training and development opportunities.
• Provide operational support in collaboration with Group Learning Support Team Leads and Delivery Managers.
• Support Oxford campus with day-to-day delivery and staffing requirements.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff development

Coaching

Motivation

Delegation

Education

English and Maths at Grade 4+

Job description

Activate Learning Group is seeking a Learning Support Team Leader to guide the LSA Mentor andLearning Support Assistants, ensuring high standards of support and learner progression at our Oxford college.

The role is permanent, full-time (37 hours/week) on site in Oxford, with DBS checks and a strong emphasis on coaching, development, and operational leadership within the learning support team.