Learning Support Assistant

Cambridge

£13.00 - £14.00 per hour Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available Enhanced DBS Required

We are currently seeking a dedicated and supportive Learning Support Assistant to join a well-established Further Education college in Cambridge. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

Working closely with teaching staff and curriculum teams, you will provide classroom-based and one-to-one support to learners, including those with SEND, EHCPs, and additional learning needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide learning support to students within classroom and workshop environments.
• Deliver one-to-one and small group support sessions.
• Support learners with additional learning needs, SEND, and EHCP requirements.
• Encourage student engagement, confidence, independence, and progression.
• Assist with note-taking, literacy, numeracy, and study skills support.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to implement learning support strategies.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records where required.
• Promote positive behaviour, wellbeing, and learner success.
• Follow safeguarding, equality, diversity, and health & safety procedures.

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting young people or adults in an education, care, mentoring, youth work, or support setting.
• A patient, empathetic, and supportive approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with learners and staff.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities within education.

Desirable

• Experience supporting learners with SEND or EHCPs.
• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Education, Health & Social Care, Supporting Teaching & Learning, or a related field.
• Previous experience within a school, college, or training provider setting.