Learning Support Assistant
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Job Description
Learning Support Assistant
Permanent | Term-Time Only | Full Time
Location: the West Midlands
Salary: £22,981 actual per annum (pro-rata, based on a £24,540 full-time equivalent)
Start date: As soon as possible
Are you a dedicated individual driven by the belief that every learner deserves a pathway to independence?
About the Role
You'll join a training provider as a Learning Support Assistant, assisting teaching staff across a broad range of academic and vocational subjects. You'll play a vital part in creating an inclusive, positive learning environment, working both in the classroom and around the centre to help learners engage fully with their studies.
This role is about more than classroom assistance. You'll help learners overcome barriers, build confidence and work towards their goals, preparing them for life beyond education. Whether you already have experience in learning support or are looking to start a career in this field, you'll be given the guidance and backing you need to succeed.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting teaching staff in delivering academic and vocational sessions across a variety of subject areas.
- Working with learners in the classroom and around the centre to help them access the curriculum.
- Helping learners build confidence, independence and the skills they need to achieve their goals.
- Contributing to a positive, inclusive environment where every learner feels supported.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
- A genuine commitment to supporting learners to achieve their potential
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Adaptable, patient and proactive approach to supporting diverse needs
Desirable (but not essential):
- Previous experience in a learning support, education or care setting
- Experience supporting learners with additional needs
What We Offer
- Term-time only working, with academic holidays free
- Supportive, collaborative team culture
- Guidance and development pathways for those new to learning support work
- The opportunity to make a genuine difference to learners in your local community
If you're ready to help learners build the confidence and skills they need to thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today.
What's on Offer
- Term-time only working with academic holidays free
- Supportive, collaborative team culture
- Guidance and development pathways
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. Dovetail and Slate Ltd (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. We are an equal opportunities employer. By applying, you consent to your data being processed for recruitment purposes in line with our Privacy Policy. Because education matters. © Dovetail and Slate Limited.
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Your Recruitment Consultant
Joanna Wilk
Recruitment Consultant
Requirements
- Genuine commitment to supporting learners
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Adaptable, patient and proactive approach
Benefits
- • Term-time only working with academic holidays free
- • Supportive, collaborative team culture
- • Guidance and development pathways
Skills & Qualifications
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