Learning Support Assistant
Windsor Forest Colleges group is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our Active Department at our Berkshire College of Agriculture campus on a full-time, term‑time only basis.
This role involves working 37 hours per week over 37 term‑time weeks per year. It pays on Scale G of the Support Staff pay scale with a pro‑rata salary of G17 £21,166.19 up to G19 £22,662.10 (G17 £25,483 up to G19 £27,284 FTE).
Responsibilities
Learning Support Assistants provide students with the support needed to fully access the curriculum, achieve their learning goals, and fulfil their potential. The role includes:
- Planning, delivering and evaluating learning activities for whole classes, small groups or individuals;
- Assisting students to overcome physical, emotional or learning barriers;
- Supporting assignments, exam preparation and the development of English, mathematics and ICT skills;
- Monitoring student behaviour, maintaining confidential records, adapting learning materials and supporting specialist equipment use.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should possess a positive attitude, experience working with young adults (ideally in education) and the flexibility to work across various departments or remotely online if necessary. Essential qualifications include:
- Level 2 qualifications (GCSE grade A–C or equivalent) in English and Mathematics;
- Relevant qualifications or experience supporting individuals with learning difficulties such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia and Dyspraxia;
- Strong organisational skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to meet the physical demands of providing mobility support for students.
Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to the college’s policies on Risk Management, Diversity and Equality, Health and Safety, Data Protection and Safeguarding.
Benefits
- Local Government Pension Scheme with 24.3 % employer contribution
- Free onsite parking at all sites
- Career progression opportunities
- Access to subsidised leisure courses
- Access to defined‑benefit pension schemes
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Family‑friendly work‑life balance policies
- On‑site coffee shop and cafeteria
- Health and wellbeing benefits, including discounted gym memberships, confidential counselling and discounted beauty treatments
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check along with other legally required checks.
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