Learning Support Assistant
| Posting date: | 06 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | (Annual salary is £24,308 per annum pro rata) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 June 2025 |
| Location: | Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS3 1AA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1491422 |
Summary
About the Role
Leeds City College is recruiting three Learning Support Assistants to join our dedicated SEND team.
We are seeking individuals who are motivated, compassionate, and adaptable, with a genuine commitment to supporting young people with additional needs. You will be based primarily at one of our city-centre campuses, though some flexibility to work across sites may be required to best meet the needs of our students.
The SEND Provision at Leeds City College delivers a wide range of high-quality support services for students aged 16 to 25 with diverse additional needs. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping students succeed both academically and personally.
You’ll be joining a collaborative and supportive team of around 70 SEND professionals, all passionate about inclusion and student success. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to start a career in education, gain experience in the SEND sector, or explore a future in teaching and student support. Progression pathways for this role can include Specialist Learning Support Assistant roles, Teaching Apprenticeships or opportunities to progress toward a SEND Team Leader position.
If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference and grow your career, we’d love to hear from you.
What You Will Do
To be involved in planning and preparation and assessment of learning as part of the curriculum team.
Providing in and out of class support to meet identified needs of students who have High Needs.
Providing curriculum teachers/assessors and SEND team members with verbal and written reports on students who have High Needs or SEND and feedback against strategies used and progress towards outcomes on the EHCP.
Assisting with emergency evacuation plans and practices, and helping with all emergency evacuations.
Attend annual reviews as requested and attend student meetings as required to update on progress and behaviours.
There may be a requirement to be involved in learners’ transport arrangements and helping students who have High Needs to develop independent travel skills where needed.
About You
Educated to Level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy or a commitment to achieving this within one year of appointment
Experience of working within a team who support SEND or high needs students to support their learning through identifying strategies and preparing young people for adulthood.
Strong Awareness of disability issues and equality and diversity issues.
Able to work effectively as a team member and being able to adapt and embrace change.
A willingness to be flexible and mobile as the role requires working across the college campuses and off-site visits with learners.
About Us
Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and is one of the biggest providers of apprenticeships regionally.
We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life changing. Leeds City College’s values put students first and are at the heart of everything the college does.
We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You’ll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow. We offer a wide range of job vacancies, and our large size means there are always exciting opportunities to progress.
Join us on the journey to being the best that we can collectively be for our students, apprentices, staff and our stakeholders.
Leeds City College is recruiting three Learning Support Assistants to join our dedicated SEND team.
We are seeking individuals who are motivated, compassionate, and adaptable, with a genuine commitment to supporting young people with additional needs. You will be based primarily at one of our city-centre campuses, though some flexibility to work across sites may be required to best meet the needs of our students.
The SEND Provision at Leeds City College delivers a wide range of high-quality support services for students aged 16 to 25 with diverse additional needs. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping students succeed both academically and personally.
You’ll be joining a collaborative and supportive team of around 70 SEND professionals, all passionate about inclusion and student success. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to start a career in education, gain experience in the SEND sector, or explore a future in teaching and student support. Progression pathways for this role can include Specialist Learning Support Assistant roles, Teaching Apprenticeships or opportunities to progress toward a SEND Team Leader position.
If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference and grow your career, we’d love to hear from you.
What You Will Do
To be involved in planning and preparation and assessment of learning as part of the curriculum team.
Providing in and out of class support to meet identified needs of students who have High Needs.
Providing curriculum teachers/assessors and SEND team members with verbal and written reports on students who have High Needs or SEND and feedback against strategies used and progress towards outcomes on the EHCP.
Assisting with emergency evacuation plans and practices, and helping with all emergency evacuations.
Attend annual reviews as requested and attend student meetings as required to update on progress and behaviours.
There may be a requirement to be involved in learners’ transport arrangements and helping students who have High Needs to develop independent travel skills where needed.
About You
Educated to Level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy or a commitment to achieving this within one year of appointment
Experience of working within a team who support SEND or high needs students to support their learning through identifying strategies and preparing young people for adulthood.
Strong Awareness of disability issues and equality and diversity issues.
Able to work effectively as a team member and being able to adapt and embrace change.
A willingness to be flexible and mobile as the role requires working across the college campuses and off-site visits with learners.
About Us
Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and is one of the biggest providers of apprenticeships regionally.
We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life changing. Leeds City College’s values put students first and are at the heart of everything the college does.
We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You’ll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow. We offer a wide range of job vacancies, and our large size means there are always exciting opportunities to progress.
Join us on the journey to being the best that we can collectively be for our students, apprentices, staff and our stakeholders.