Learning Support Assistants

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Reference:
MAY

Expiry date: 22:59, Thu, 18th Jun 2026

Location:

Worplesdon

Benefits:
Term time only, LGPS pension scheme, and access to other great benefits

Activate Learning is recruiting dedicated, enthusiastic, compassionate, and motivated Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to join our team at Merrist Wood College
, supporting students with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND).

Our college is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment for young people and adults with a range of additional needs. As part of our dedicated support team, you will play a key role in helping students achieve independence, confidence, and success in their education and future pathways.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping learners with a wide range of additional needs to access learning, build independence and make strong progress. You’ll work alongside curriculum staff and support colleagues to deliver inclusive support for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities, helping to create a calm, welcoming and supportive learning environment.

• Provide in-class support for learners with diverse learning needs, following agreed support strategies.
• Help learners to develop independence, confidence, study skills and positive learning behaviours.
• Support Learners to adapt activities/resources so they can access the curriculum.
• Contribute to individual support planning and review, sharing observations to help learners progress.
• Promote a safe, inclusive environment and support Learner’s wellbeing and engagement.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, Learning Support colleagues and wider student services.
• Maintain appropriate records and uphold confidentiality and data protection expectations.

Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (from August 2026 until July 2027) with the potential to be extended or made permanent.
Working Pattern: We are recruiting for a range of term-time only positions, with the addition of two weeks staff training at the beginning and end of the academic year. Contracted hours available are 37, 30 and 22.5 hours per week, between the hours of 8:30am to 5:00pm.

• Experience working with young people or adults with SEND (desirable but not essential)
• Minimum GCSE English and Maths grade C/level 4 or above.
• A patient, empathetic, and positive approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build trusting relationships with students
• Comfortable working outside in all weather conditions
• Flexible, proactive, and able to work as part of a team
• Commitment to inclusion and safeguarding

If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and want to join a supportive, learner-centred team, this is an excellent opportunity to begin or further your career in education. You’ll work within a vibrant college environment where your contribution plays an important role in supporting student success and wellbeing.

• A supportive and inclusive college community
• Ongoing training and professional development in SEND and specialist support
• Development opportunities within the role can include access to relevant training and apprenticeship pathways, including Level 3 Teaching Assistant programmes.
• Opportunities to develop your career within further education
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference to students’ futures

Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.

Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning have no authority to enter an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.