Learning Support Worker

Inspire Education Group (IEG); Stamford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term Time Working

LGPS Pension

Health and Wellbeing

Professional Development

Vivup discounts

Job summary

Inspire Education Group (IEG) is seeking a Learning Support Worker for Stamford College to assist learners with additional learning needs. You will work with teaching staff to enable participation, build confidence and promote independence.

Roles are term-time only, with permanent and maternity contracts available. Candidates should be patient, caring and able to work in a team, with Level 2 English and Maths or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Level 2 English and Maths (or equivalent).
• Experience working with learners with additional needs is desirable.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality and inclusion.
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively.
• Patient, caring and approachable.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one or small group support to students.
• Help learners stay motivated, engaged and confident.
• Support literacy, numeracy and study skills.
• Utilise assistive technology and learning resources.
• Collaborate with tutors and the ALS team to deliver effective support.
• Maintain learner records and contribute to reviews.

Skills

Patience

Teamwork

Communication skills

Caring demeanor

Education

Level 2 English and Maths (or equivalent)

Tools

Assistive technology

Job description

alary - £25,043 FTE (salary will be pro rata according to hours worked)

Contract - Permanent - Term Time Only

Location - Stamford

Closing Date – 13th August 2026

Make a difference every day.

We're looking for caring, enthusiastic and committed Learning Support Workers to join our Additional Learning Support (ALS) team at Stamford College.

We have a range of opportunities available, including permanent positions, maternity cover contracts and one part-time vacancy. All roles are term time only, offering an excellent work-life balance with school holidays off, making them ideal for those looking for flexibility around family or other commitments.

As a Learning Support Worker, you'll work alongside teaching staff to support students with additional learning needs, helping them to participate fully in learning, build confidence, develop independence and achieve their educational goals.

The Learning Support Worker role includes:

• Supporting students on a one-to-one basis or in small groups.
• Helping learners stay motivated, engaged and confident.
• Supporting literacy, numeracy and study skills.
• Using assistive technology and learning resources.
• Working closely with tutors and the wider ALS team to provide effective support.
• Maintaining accurate learner records and contributing to reviews.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Enjoys supporting others to succeed.
• Is patient, caring and approachable.
• Has Level 2 English and Maths (or equivalent).
• Has experience working with young people or adults with additional needs (desirable).
• Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively.
• Is committed to safeguarding, equality and inclusion.

If you're passionate about supporting learners and want to be part of a dedicated and friendly team, we'd love to hear from you.

Why work for IEG?

• Term Time Working: Enjoy school holidays off, including Christmas and Easter breaks, with no requirement to book annual leave during these periods.
• Competitive Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), including life assurance and death-in-service benefits
• Health and Wellbeing: Benefit from a gym, free on-site parking, access to employee assistance programme and a friendly team atmosphere
• Professional Development: Ongoing training and development opportunities, including sponsorship for HE/professional qualifications
• Employee Benefits and Rewards: Vivup employee benefits, including lifestyle savings, eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card, providing access to a wide range of national discounts

IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.