Specialist Learning Support Assistant

Moulton College; Moulton; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Moulton College is seeking a dedicated Learning Support/SEMH assistant to help learners reach their potential. The role focuses on delivering targeted learner support, building confidence, and enabling students to participate in educational and lifelong learning pathways.

You will work with teachers to prepare resources, support behaviour management, and contribute to creating positive and inclusive learning environments. Interviews are planned for the week commencing 9 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Must hold Functional Skills Level 2 or GCSE Grade 4 in Maths & English.
• Experience working with young people and meeting individual needs is essential.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships are required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, focused learner support.
• Motivate and engage students in educational and lifelong learning pathways.
• Support behaviour management strategies and create positive learning environments.
• Work closely with teachers to prepare resources and develop learning materials.

Skills

Strong communication

Experience with young people

Education

Functional Skills Level 2

GCSE Maths (Grade 4)

GCSE English (Grade 4)

Job description

£15.87 per hour (pro rata to £30,536.00 FTE) with an additional uplift for accrued holiday pay

Are you passionate about helping young people achieve their potential? Do you have the skills, empathy and dedication to support learners with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? If so, we’d love to hear from you. At Moulton College, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every student can succeed. As part of our dedicated team, you will play a vital role in helping learners overcome barriers, build confidence and reach their goals.

Interviews for this position are scheduled to take place during the week commencing 9 November 2026.

Your Duties

What are the main duties?

You will:

• Deliver high-quality, focused learner support
• Motivate and engage students in both educational and lifelong learning pathways
• Support behaviour management strategies and creating positive learning environments
• Work closely with teachers to prepare resources and develop learning materials

For the full requirements of the role, please see the Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

The successful candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, abilities and qualities will include:

• Functional Skills Level 2 or GCSE Grade 4 in Maths & English
• Experience working with young people and meeting their individual needs
• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships
• A flexible, proactive team player committed to safeguarding and inclusion

For the full requirements of the role, please see the Job Description and Person Specification.

The College is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Please note that, in line with current legislation, an online search will be undertaken as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates to prevent (or minimise the risk of) individuals being employed to work with young people who may be unsuitable to do so.Any specific concerns regarding any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, may then be discussed during the interview stage with the candidate.

All successful applicants will be required to undergo a range of checks in line with Keeping Children Safe In Education, including an enhanced background check conducted by the Disclosure & Barring Service prior to employment commencing.