Learning Support Assistant
Location: Newcastle and Stafford Hours: Full-time and Part-time positions available (1× 18 hours per week) Salary: £25,021 – £26,560 pro rata per annum (actual £10,089 – £10,709 for part‑time) Term‑time only working: 37 weeks per year
In this role you will primarily be responsible for the care and education of students with disabilities or learning difficulties. Working under the direction of the Lead Support Tutor, your duties will include assisting students with their work, preparing rooms, equipment and materials, tracking learner progress and providing general individual assistance (e.g., attending to health, safety, physical and hygiene needs).
Responsibilities
- Assist students in their work and learning tasks
- Prepare and organise learning rooms, equipment and materials
- Track learner progress and maintain records
- Provide individual assistance, including health, safety, physical and hygiene support
Qualifications and Experience
- Level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy (GCSE equivalent) or equivalent
- Relevant experience or qualifications in an education or caring capacity, especially with students or young people with learning difficulties or other disabilities
- Good knowledge of safeguarding and equal opportunities
- Desirable: Level 2 note‑taking qualification or equivalent
Benefits
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Term‑time only working
- Cycle to Work Scheme (salary sacrifice)
- Subsidised gym membership
- Excellent training and development opportunities (supported with a dedicated budget)
- Staff parking available
- Health‑related benefits, including subsidised health scheme
- On‑site restaurant facilities and free early‑morning coffee/tea and toast
Application
To apply, please submit an online application form. The closing date for completed applications is Sunday 2nd August 2026.
This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All college‑based positions are subject to enhanced DBS checks and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.
As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community.
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