Student Support Assistant- College

Axcis Education Recruitment; Isleworth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Student Support Assistant in Isleworth to provide practical and pastoral support to learners with additional needs. The role involves motivating and assisting students during lessons and outside of class, while maintaining accurate records. Candidates must have English and Maths at Level 2 or be willing to work towards this. The position supports an inclusive educational environment and requires a commitment to ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with learning needs or disabilities.
• Willingness to train for relevant qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one or group support during lessons.
• Motivate students to participate and develop independence.
• Assist with supervision of students outside of class time.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork skills

Basic IT skills

Understanding of safeguarding

Commitment to ongoing training

Education

English and Maths at Level 2

Relevant support qualification

Job description

Hours: 30 per week, term-time only (38 weeks)

Reports to: Inclusion Manager

Location: Isleworth (with occasional work at Feltham)

The Student Support Assistant helps learners with additional needs to achieve their potential. Reporting to the Inclusion Manager, this role provides practical and pastoral support in the classroom, encourages independence, and promotes positive engagement. At times, the postholder may also support students with challenging behaviour, deliver small group activities, or accompany learners on trips and events.

Main Duties

• Provide one-to-one or group support during lessons across different subjects
• Motivate students to participate, interact with peers, and develop independence
• Keep accurate notes on attendance, progress, and support provided
• Reinforce learning, offering guidance and mentoring as needed
• Assist with supervision of students outside of class time
• Help adapt materials and contribute to student goal-setting
• Support confidence, employability, and personal development

Essential Skills & Experience

• English and Maths at Level 2 (or willingness to work towards this)
• A relevant support qualification, or readiness to train
• Basic IT skills, including Word, Outlook and internet use
• Experience of supporting individuals with learning needs or disabilities
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Understanding of safeguarding, equality, and inclusive practice
• Commitment to ongoing training and development

This organisation is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Staff and students from all backgrounds are welcomed, supported, and encouraged to succeed.

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Chloe Bennett on 0207 580 2956 l Ext: 1060.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, please note we offer a referral incentive. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Contact: Chloe Bennett

Telephone: [phone] l Ext: 1060