Learning Support Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting students in their journey beyond secondary school? We are looking to appoint a supportive and motivated Further Education Learning Support Assistant to work with learners in a post-16 environment. This is an excellent opportunity to play a vital role in helping young adults thrive academically, personally, and professionally within a dynamic and inclusive setting. Beginning September 2025!

Duties as a Further Education Learning Support Assistant:

• Support students individually and in groups, helping them access learning and reach their goals
• Work as a Learning Support Assistant with learners who have additional needs such as SEND, EAL, or academic barriers
• Collaborate with lecturers to deliver inclusive, engaging lessons tailored to student needs
• Offer feedback and monitor progress, promoting growth and independence
• Help prepare and manage learning materials and vocational resources
• Assist with employability activities, placements, and career development
• Foster inclusion and ensure every learner feels supported and valued
• Liaise with colleagues, support teams, and families to enhance the student experience
• Uphold safeguarding procedures and take part in relevant training as a Learning Support Assistant

Ideal Further Education Learning Support Assistant:

• Experience working with post-16 students or in a Further Education setting (desirable but not essential)
• Compassionate, patient, and committed to the Learning Support Assistant role
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Confidence with literacy and numeracy (Level 2 or equivalent)
• Reliable, flexible, and eager to grow within an educational team
• Understanding of safeguarding and student welfare principles

If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of young adults, apply today and step into your next rewarding chapter as a Learning Support Assistant in Further Education.

Why Step Teachers? 

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, and Devon. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. 

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations. 

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. 

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