Student Support Assistant
| Posting date: | 23 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £12.21 to £13.02 per year |
| Additional salary information: | 12.21 - 13.02 |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 21 July 2025 |
| Location: | Blackbird Leys, OX4 6HN |
| Company: | Vacancy Filler |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | JUN20253093 |
Summary
Job Title: Student Support AssistantSalary:Up to £13.02 per hourContract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (until July 2026)Location: Blackbird Leys CollegeTraining: Various in-house training opportunities relevant to the role.Working Pattern: Term-time only We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our Group Learning Support team at Blackbird Leys College in Oxford.This role involves providing both academic support and personal care to students enrolled in Activate 360 - an exciting new programme designed to support young people with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) as they transition into post-16 education and prepare for future progression.As a key member of the team, you will work closely with students to help them fully engage in their learning, tailoring support to meet individual needs. You’ll collaborate with a range of colleagues including the wider Learning Support team, Student Services, faculty staff, and families.Your responsibilities will include:Support students during all timetabled sessions and provide supervision before, during, and after lessons.Work alongside teaching staff to raise student achievement while promoting independence, self-esteem, and social inclusion.Assist with a range of medical and occasional personal care tasks, offering physical support as needed.This position is a fixed-term, part time position working 15 per week (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10am to 3pm) during term-time until July 2026, based at our BBL College campus, with the potential to extend to permanent contract depending on requirements. What do you need to be a successful Student Support Assistant at Activate Learning?Minimum GCSE English and?Maths?grade C or above.Demonstrable experience of working with young people or adults with a range of difficulties, including Autism, complex and moderate learning difficulties and/or disabilities and Social, Emotional and Mental Health and school refusal / Emotionally Based School Avoidance - EBSA.E-literate and competent in IT packages e.g.?Word, Excel, PowerPoint and have ability in finding information to support learners via the internet.Strong personal organisation skillsIf you're motivated to make a real difference and want to be part of a supportive, student-focused team, this is a fantastic opportunity to start or develop your career in education. You’ll be part of a dynamic college environment where your work has a direct impact on student achievement and wellbeing.Who we areActivate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:Here are some of our benefits:Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeingCompany benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for AL staffGenerous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leaveFlexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote, term time only, and flexible working patterns.Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.For a comprehensive list of all of our benefits please visit our work-with-us/wellbeing-and-benefits pageApplicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.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.