Learning Support Assistant; Term Time

Overview

Final date to receive applications: 31 January 2026

Department: Learning Support

Location: Middleton

Compensation: £18,076 pro rata per annum

Description

We regularly recruit to the Learning Support Assistant role, and keep this as an open vacancy on our website. We review any applications as and when vacancies come up. Please note applications will only be kept as active for up to 6 months.

• To meet the needs of learners with identified learning difficulties and/or disabilities including in class and out of class support to remove barriers to accessing learning and participation.
• To implement agreed learning support with individuals and groups with a view to encourage learner independence using identified support strategies.

• 32 hour contract - £18,076 per annum
• 25 hour contract - £14,122 per annum
• 16 hour contract - £9,038 per annum

• To provide appropriate learning support for groups and/or individuals with identified learning difficulties and/or disabilities, including in and out of class support, residential activities, educational visits or work experience.
• To provide learning support for learners identified as having additional support needs for literacy and numeracy.
• To contribute to the planning, differentiation and target setting for learners' needs with curriculum staff and the wider Student Support team.
• To record, review and adapt strategies throughout the academic year using student ILP and other college systems.
• To develop and assist the integration of students by supporting the transition process and enrichment activities.
• To support the Student Support Manager to carry out Healthcare Plans, PEEPs, exam concessions and ensure specialist equipment are in place.
• To support learners with personal care and medical needs including administration of medication where indicated in their Healthcare Plan.
• To develop and adapt accessible resources and materials prior to lessons to maximise all learning opportunities.
• To assist learners with the use of specialist equipment and embed the use of assistive technology to promote independence.
• To develop positive working practices with external agencies in order to gather accurate information to inform learning support.
• To engage in continuous professional development.
• Any other duties, of a similar level of responsibility, as may be required.

• Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
  
  – Essential Criteria
  • Level 2 (GCSE A*
    - C) in English and Maths.
  • A recognised Level 2/3 qualification in Learning Support or equivalent
• Desirable Criteria – PTLLS
• First Aid Certificate

• Essential Criteria – Experience of working with young people
• Experience of working with individuals with Learning Difficulties and/or Disabilities
• Experience Of Providing Additional Support In a Learning Environment
• Experience of providing additional support for Literacy and/or Numeracy
• Desirable Criteria – Experience of learners with personal care needs and/or medical conditions
• Experience of note taking to support learning

• Essential Criteria – Knowledge of the support needs of learners with Learning Difficulties and/or Disabilities
• Knowledge of Specific Learning Difficulties such as Autism and Dyslexia
• Desirable Criteria – Knowledge of supporting learning with sensory impairment

• Essential Criteria – Intermediate ability to use Microsoft Office applications and willing to undertake training appropriate to role
• Willing to undertake any software training relevant to role
• Desirable Criteria – Experience of student records system, electronic ILPs, Promonitor

How Identified: Application