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. The salary is on Scale G of the Support Staff pay scale offering a pro‑rata salary of £166.19 up to £662.10 (equivalent to £483 up to £284 FTE).
Learning Support Assistants are a vital part of the Group, helping students fully access the curriculum, achieve their learning goals, and fulfil their potential. Reporting to the Head of Department and working under the supervision of senior academic staff and lecturers, the Assistant will support whole classes, small groups, or individual students in accordance with college policies and individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP).
Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting with the planning, delivery and evaluation of learning activities.
- Helping students overcome physical, emotional or learning boundaries.
- Assisting with assignments, exam preparation and the development of English, mathematics and ICT skills.
- Monitoring student behaviour, maintaining confidential records, adapting learning materials and supporting the use of specialist equipment.
Essential qualifications and skills:
- Positive attitude and experience working with young adults, ideally in education.
- 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, pro‑active approach and the ability to meet the physical demands of the post.
- Ability to provide physical support for mobility‑impaired students.
- Strict adherence to the college’s policies regarding Risk Management, Diversity and Equality, Health and Safety, Data Protection and Safeguarding.
Benefits
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) currently offering 24.3% employer contribution.
- Free onsite parking at all sites.
- Career progression opportunities for ambitious staff.
- Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses.
- Access to excellent defined benefit pension schemes.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Family friendly policies supporting Work‑Life Balance.
- On‑site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria.
- Various health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at Langley College.
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 which are an essential part of the safeguarding process.
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