Learning Support Assistant

• Annual Salary: £26,937 - £27,361 (inclusive of London Weighting)
• Actual Salary: £23,763 - £24,137 per annum
• Location: Southeast London
• Job Type: Full-time, Part-year (36 hours per week, 200 days per year)
• Start Date: September 2025

Join our college, a distinguished Catholic Sixth Form committed to excellence and nurturing students to reach their full potential.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Support named students with learning difficulties or disabilities both inside and outside the classroom.
• Facilitate students' full access to the curriculum, ensuring they can achieve their potential.
• Work closely with teaching staff to implement strategies that improve educational outcomes for students with additional needs.
• Assist in the preparation of learning materials and adapt according to the specific needs of students.
• Monitor and support the progress and attainment of students.
• Provide feedback to teachers and parents to help further support students’ educational development.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience as a Learning Support Assistant or a similar role, or a graduate aiming to gain experience before pursuing teacher training.
• Strong passion for education and improving outcomes for young people with additional needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with students, staff, and parents.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Experience working with young people in educational or related settings is preferred.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary inclusive of London Weighting.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive working environment in a highly ambitious and successful educational setting.
• Excellent transport links and location on the Blackheath borders.