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South Devon College; Paignton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

South Devon College is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (Maths) to support High Needs Students within GCSE and Functional Skills Maths. You’ll work closely with teaching staff to help learners engage with the curriculum, build independence, achieve their individual outcomes, and develop the confidence they need to succeed in education and beyond.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with experience in learning support, coaching, mentoring, or a similar role, who is

Qualifications

• Experience in learning support, coaching, mentoring.
• Commitment to helping learners succeed and overcome barriers.
• Ability to support students with EHCPs and access to learning.

Responsibilities

• Support High Needs Students within GCSE and Functional Skills Maths.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to keep learners engaged with the curriculum.
• Help learners achieve individual outcomes and build independence.
• Support learners in developing confidence to succeed in education and beyond.

Skills

Learning support

Mentoring

Empathy

Job description

Contract: Permanent, 30 hours per week, 34 weeks per year

Help learners achieve more than they thought possible.

Do you believe every learner deserves the opportunity to succeed? Are you passionate about building confidence and helping students overcome barriers to learning?

South Devon College is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (Maths) to support High Needs Students within GCSE and Functional Skills Maths. You'll work closely with teaching staff to help learners engage with the curriculum, build independence, achieve their individual outcomes, and develop the confidence they need to succeed in education and beyond. This role plays a key part in supporting students with EHCPs and ensuring they can fully access and benefit from their learning.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with experience in learning support, coaching, mentoring, or a similar role, who is passionate about making a real difference to young people's lives.

In return, you'll join an award-winning college that offers excellent professional development opportunities, generous annual leave, Local Government Pension Scheme membership, wellbeing initiatives, employee discounts, and a strong commitment to work-life balance.

Interview Date: To be confirmed

South Devon College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this post.

£12,126.86 to £12,174.46 per year, pro rata