Learning Support Assistant

Description

Part‑time Contract – 2+ years

Posted 14 Apr 2026

Learning Support Assistant

Not specified

Fixed‑term Time Contract 2026‑2027

8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday (inclusive of a daily unpaid lunch break). 37.5 hours per week (term‑time only)

TCHC is seeking an inspiring individual with a passion for supporting young people in education. We want someone who can build positive relationships with learners who may have learning differences, who is enthusiastic, determined, and resilient, and who can solve problems creatively and work in different settings (practical and classroom‑based).

• Holds or is willing to work toward a Level 2 Learner Support Certificate.
• Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English.
• Experience supporting individuals in educational settings, particularly 16‑19 aged learners and those with learning difficulties and/or disabilities, and a good understanding of inclusive learning.

• Implement highly effective strategies to support diverse additional learning needs within the centre, promote independence, and tailor these to each learner’s EHCP, support plan, initial assessment, and individual targets.
• Assist teaching staff in delivering outstanding teaching and learning to ensure learners achieve their planned outcomes.
• Interpret instructions effectively to support learners in following these and assist with communication challenges.
• Maintain accurate, timely departmental records and contribute to the setting and monitoring of individual targets.
• Provide support with study skills, pastoral needs and community access 1:1 or in small groups.
• Support learners in engaging with work experience opportunities.
• Adhere to confidentiality guidelines and college policies for SEND, health and safety, equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and safeguarding.
• Contribute to the work of the centre team, attend curriculum events and centre meetings.
• Access training and professional development activities to stay up to date, including SEND‑specific options.

• Uphold confidentiality of client and staff information in line with GDPR and the General Data Protection Regulation Act.
• Adhere to the Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy, Safer Recruitment Policies, and preventing discrimination for all stakeholders.
• Participate in Safer Recruitment Checks and DBS processes as required for the role.

• Full‑time equivalent annual leave entitlement of 20 days per year plus 8 UK public holidays, with added leave for additional years of service (up to 25 days). Pro‑rata for part‑time hours.
• Additional 3 days of paid leave during the Christmas and New Year shutdown after one year of service (pro‑rata).
• Birthday off at full pay.
• Sickness pay allowance after the probationary period.
• Pension scheme after three months of employment.
• Bupa Cash Plan, Level 1, paid by the company after the probationary period.
• Employee Assistance Programme access 24/7 for immediate family (eligibility applies).
• Discounted membership for BUPA (subject to qualifying conditions).
• Long Service Club loyalty gift upon 5 and 10 years of continuous service.
• Quarterly and annual awards.
• Company tools and equipment for the performance of duties.
• Reimbursement of travel to other locations outside the Centre (excluding usual workplace).

TCHC is a disability confident, committed employer and promotes equal opportunities for all. We prevent discrimination in accordance with the Prevent Duty and keep a culture of safeguarding among all team members and volunteers.