Learning Support Assistant

Role

Learning Support Assistant

Location

Bedford College - Cauldwell Street Campus

Salary/Benefits

Salary is between £23,557 and £25,849 per annum (Pro-Rata) DOE and Qualifications, People’s pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.

Hours/Weeks

37 hours per week – 36 weeks per year

Contract Type

Permanent – Term Time

Right to Work

UK based contract – candidates must have Right to Work in the UK.

About the role

We are currently seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join the Foundation Learning & Additional Learning Support department at the Bedford College Group.

Responsibilities

• Student‑Centred Support – Provide tailored assistance to students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) across classroom, community and workplace settings.
• Personal & Practical Care – Deliver personal care, administer medication with training, and promote independence through life‑skills development.
• Learning & Progress Monitoring – Support individual learning plans, prepare resources, track progress, and contribute to reports and reviews in collaboration with teaching staff.
• Team Collaboration & Events – Work closely with the Pathways Team, assist with administrative tasks, and participate in college events such as open days and transition activities.
• Safeguarding & Professional Standards – Uphold safeguarding, EDI, and health & safety policies, maintain a safe and stimulating environment, and engage in ongoing training and development.

About you

• Qualifications & Knowledge – Holds Level 2 in Maths and English, with a relevant Level 3 qualification or willingness to work towards it, and a working understanding of SEND.
• Experience & Technical Skills – Experienced in supporting young people with SEND in educational or care settings, proficient in Microsoft Office and maintaining accurate records.
• Communication & Teamwork – Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills across all formats, works well independently and collaboratively, and contributes positively to team dynamics.
• Values & Professionalism – Committed to creating a welcoming learning environment, promoting the college’s reputation, and working flexibly across all sites with a respectful and adaptable attitude.
• Safeguarding & Integrity – Understands safeguarding responsibilities, maintains appropriate boundaries with learners, and is committed to continuous professional development and high standards of conduct.

Vision & Values

• Valuing Teamwork – We are one team who together achieve great things.
• Improving Continuously – We challenge ourselves always to do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
• Student Centred – Putting students at the heart of all decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences.
• Inclusive – We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
• Open and Caring – We care about the wellbeing of staff, students, community and society, creating an environment built on trust.
• Nurturing Education Excellence – We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students.

About The Bedford College Group

The Bedford College Group was formed in 2017 following the merger of Bedford College and Tresham College and is now the largest provider of education in the South East Midlands, with over 15,000 students passing through our doors each year. The Group includes Bedford College, Central Bedfordshire College, Tresham College, Shuttlewell College, Bedford Sixth Form, Corby Sixth Form and the National College for Motorsport at Silverstone.

Safeguarding

and Vetting

The Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process.

Legal and Employment

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.

Interview Date

Interviews to be held: 19 November 2025

Equal Opportunities

The Bedford College Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals.

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