Student Support Assistants

Activate Learning; Oxford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Oxford is hiring a Student Support Assistant. You will provide support to young adults aged 16-19, helping them in their academic and vocational studies. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a passion for education. This role offers both full-time and part-time positions, ensuring a supportive training environment for staff.

Benefits

Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards

Wellbeing & Resources Groups

Flexibility in working patterns

Generous Annual Leave

Continuous professional growth

Qualifications

• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Willingness to undertake personal care and manual handling training if required.
• Previous experience supporting students with SEN is helpful but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class and individual support to students aged 16-19.
• Help students overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.
• Collaborate with tutors and support teams to meet individual student needs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Flexible and proactive approach

Creativity and empathy

Passion for helping young people

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Student Support Assistant
Salary: Up to £13.02 per hour
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (until July 2026)
Location: Oxford College

Training: Various in-house training opportunities relevant to the role.

Working Pattern: Term-time only, full-time and part time (minimum 28 hours per week) positions available

Oxford College operates Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm. We ask that staff are available to work at least 3 days per week during these hours.

Responsibilities

As a Student Support Assistant, you will provide in-class and individual support to young adults aged 16-19 enrolled in a wide range of academic and vocational programmes, including GCSEs, LifeSkills, and A-levels. You will help them overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential, supporting their progress in both practical and academic environments.

• Supporting students across a variety of course levels (Entry Level to Level 3)
• Acting as a positive role model and using inclusive, student-centred support strategies
• Collaborating with tutors and support teams to meet individual student needs
• Assisting with personal care and behaviour management where necessary, with training provided

Qualifications and requirements

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively and independently
• A flexible, proactive, and supportive approach to working with learners
• Creativity and empathy in engaging and motivating students with diverse needs
• A genuine passion for helping young people succeed
• Previous experience supporting students with SEN is helpful but not essential
• Willingness to undertake personal care and manual handling training if required

About Activate Learning

Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning. We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.

When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.

Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.

Employee Benefits

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
• Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
• Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
• Learning and Development: Continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
• Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.
• Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for AL staff
• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave
• Flexible Working: Hybrid and remote options, term time only, and flexible working patterns.
• Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
• On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.

Apply and safeguarding

Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts. Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK; we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are not acceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.

Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning is committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the adverts should we receive a sufficient level of interest. Most roles advertised on AoC Jobs are posted directly by the college or employing organisation and are not being handled by the AoC Recruitment Team. If you would like to hear about interim and/or permanent roles being handled by AoC Recruitment, please send your CV to the provided contact.

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