SEND Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Vacancies; Oxford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Activate Learning is seeking a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join Oxford College, supporting students with SEND aged 16-19 across GCSEs, LifeSkills and A-Levels, in-class and one-to-one settings.

Role involves assisting learners with autism and other needs, adapting resources, promoting wellbeing, and collaborating with tutors. Fixed-term contract: August 2026 to July 2027, with potential extension; full-time or part-time hours available.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people or adults with SEND (desirable)
• Minimum GCSE English and Maths grade C/level 4 or above
• A patient, empathetic, and positive approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build trusting relationships with students
• Flexible, proactive, and able to work as part of a team
• Commitment to inclusion and safeguarding

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEND (entry level to GCSEs and Level 3)
• Assist students to access the curriculum and achieve their learning goals
• Support the development of independence, life skills, and employability skills
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Adapt resources and approaches to meet individual needs
• Work collaboratively with tutors and support services
• Support students with personal care and medication where needed
• Attend and complete relevant training including personal care, medication, and manual handling

Skills

SEND experience

GCSE English & Maths

patient & empathetic

strong communication

team player

safeguarding

Education

GCSE English & Maths grade C/level 4

Job description

Activate Learning is seeking a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join Oxford College, supporting students with SEND aged 16-19 across GCSEs, LifeSkills and A-Levels, in-class and one-to-one settings.

Role involves assisting learners with autism and other needs, adapting resources, promoting wellbeing, and collaborating with tutors. Fixed-term contract: August 2026 to July 2027, with potential extension; full-time or part-time hours available.