Lsa - Reading

Dovetail And Slate Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Dovetail And Slate Ltd in Reading is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join our FE Support Team. You will work alongside teaching staff to support learners with diverse needs across a range of courses, helping them overcome barriers and achieve qualifications.

Responsibilities include 1:1 and small-group support, assisting with note-taking and use of assistive technology, and adapting materials to suit individual learning styles, while promoting independence and engagement.

Qualifications

• Level 2 in English and Maths is required.
• Experience with young people or adults in education, care, or youth work.
• Excellent communication, patience, flexibility, and a student-centred approach.
• Knowledge of FE environments, neurodiversity, or SEND support is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to learners in classroom, workshop, and practical settings.
• Assist learners with note-taking, organisation, and use of assistive technology.
• Adapt course materials and activities to suit individual learning styles.
• Promote student independence, confidence and engagement across the college.
• Collaborate with course tutors to monitor and record progress and attendance.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Flexibility

Student-centred approach

Education

English & Maths Level 2

Level 2/3 supporting qualification

Tools

Assistive technology

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.