Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

Temporary

Location: Surrey

Salary: 17.50 per hour Umbrella

Are you someone who enjoys helping learners overcome barriers and achieve what they didn't think they could?

About the Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you'll support learners with additional learning needs at a further education provider, working alongside teaching staff to make sure every learner can access and engage with their programme.

You'll provide 1:1 and small-group support in lessons, helping learners build confidence, independence and the skills they need to progress.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to learners with additional learning needs.

• Helping learners access the curriculum and develop independent learning skills.

• Working closely with teaching staff to implement support strategies and adapt learning materials.

• Promoting engagement, inclusion and positive behaviour in the classroom.

• Maintaining accurate records and contributing to learner support plans and reviews.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Experience supporting young people or adults in an educational, care or community setting

• Strong communication, empathy and interpersonal skills

• A genuine commitment to inclusive learning and learner progress

• A patient, adaptable and proactive approach

Desirable (but not essential):

• Experience working with learners with SEND or SEMH needs

• Knowledge of EHCPs and learning support strategies

• A relevant qualification in education or support work, or a willingness to work towards one

If you're ready to help learners reach their potential, we'd love to hear from you.

Important Notice

Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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Because education matters.

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