LSA - Reading

Dovetail and Slate; Reading; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

LSA in Reading is seeking an adaptable Learning Support Assistant to join the FE Support Team. You will work with teaching staff to support learners across courses, helping them overcome barriers, build independence and achieve qualifications.

Reporting to teaching staff, you will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist with note-taking and use of assistive technology, and help tailor materials to individual learning needs to promote engagement and progress.

Qualifications

• Level 2 English and Maths required; Level 2/3 supporting qualification desirable.
• Experience with young people or adults in education, care, or youth work.
• Strong communication, patience, flexibility, and student-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with diverse learning needs.
• Assist learners with note-taking, organization, and use of assistive technology.
• Help adapt course materials to suit individual learning styles.
• Promote student independence, confidence and engagement across the college.
• Collaborate with tutors to monitor and record student progress and attendance.

Skills

Excellent communication

Patience

Flexibility

Student-centered approach

Education

Level 2 English

Level 2 Maths

Level 2/3 qualification desirable

Job description

LSA

Contract - 35 hours a week

Location: the South East (Reading)

Start date: September 2026

Are you an experience LSA or TA looking for your next role in education?

About the Role

We are looking for an adaptable and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated FE Support Team. In this role, you will work alongside teaching staff to support young people and adult learners across a variety of academic and vocational courses, helping them overcome barriers to learning, build independence, and achieve their qualifications

Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with diverse learning needs and EHCPs in classroom, workshop, and practical environments.
• Assist learners with note-taking, organization, task breakdown, and the use of assistive technology.
• Help adapt course materials and activities to suit individual learning styles and abilities.
• Promote student independence, confidence, and positive engagement across the college.
• Collaborate with course tutors to monitor, track, and record student progress and attendance.

What We're Looking For

• Qualifications: Level 2 (or equivalent) in English and Maths. A relevant Level 2/3 supporting qualification is desirable.
• Experience: Experience working with young people or adults in an educational, care, or youth work setting.
• Skills: Excellent communication, patience, flexibility, and a student-centered approach.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with FE environments, neurodiversity, or supporting learners with SEND is an advantage.