Learning Support Assistant (SEN)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 09 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £24,000 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 06 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Northwich, Cheshire |
| Cwmni: | senploy |
| Math o swydd: | Dros dro |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 205825 |
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Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (Further Education)
Location: Northwich, Cheshire
Salary: £22,000 - £26,000 per annum (pro rata if part-time)
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time / Term-time options available
Start Date: As soon as possible
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and supportive Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our Further Education team in Cheshire. This role involves supporting students aged 16+ within classroom and workshop environments, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.
You will work closely with lecturers, curriculum staff, and the wider support team to provide tailored assistance to learners with additional learning needs, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), learning difficulties, or other support requirements.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide in-class and one-to-one learning support to students across a range of vocational and academic courses.
Provide in-class and one-to-one learning support to students across a range of vocational and academic courses.
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Assist lecturers in adapting learning materials to meet individual student needs.
Assist lecturers in adapting learning materials to meet individual student needs.
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Support students with SEND, including those with EHCPs, to access the curriculum effectively.
Support students with SEND, including those with EHCPs, to access the curriculum effectively.
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Encourage student independence, confidence, and engagement in learning activities.
Encourage student independence, confidence, and engagement in learning activities.
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Assist with note-taking, organisation, and use of assistive technologies where appropriate.
Assist with note-taking, organisation, and use of assistive technologies where appropriate.
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Monitor and record student progress, providing feedback to teaching staff and the support team.
Monitor and record student progress, providing feedback to teaching staff and the support team.
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Promote an inclusive, respectful, and safe learning environment.
Promote an inclusive, respectful, and safe learning environment.
About You
The ideal candidate will be passionate about supporting young people and adults in education and helping them succeed.
Essential requirements:
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Experience supporting learners in an educational, youth work, or care setting.
Experience supporting learners in an educational, youth work, or care setting.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
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Patience, empathy, and a flexible approach to supporting diverse learning needs.
Patience, empathy, and a flexible approach to supporting diverse learning needs.
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Good organisational and teamwork skills.
Good organisational and teamwork skills.
Desirable:
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Experience supporting learners with SEND in Further Education.
Experience supporting learners with SEND in Further Education.
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Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Education, or similar.
Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Education, or similar.
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Knowledge of EHCPs and inclusive learning strategies.
Knowledge of EHCPs and inclusive learning strategies.
What We Offer
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A supportive and collaborative working environment.
A supportive and collaborative working environment.
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Opportunities for professional development and training.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
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Access to staff wellbeing programmes.
Access to staff wellbeing programmes.
-
Competitive salary and pension scheme.
Competitive salary and pension scheme.
-
The chance to make a real difference in students' lives.
The chance to make a real difference in students' lives.
Safeguarding
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining your suitability for the role.
Closing Date: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and early applications are encouraged.
Location: Northwich, Cheshire
Salary: £22,000 - £26,000 per annum (pro rata if part-time)
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time / Term-time options available
Start Date: As soon as possible
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and supportive Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our Further Education team in Cheshire. This role involves supporting students aged 16+ within classroom and workshop environments, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.
You will work closely with lecturers, curriculum staff, and the wider support team to provide tailored assistance to learners with additional learning needs, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), learning difficulties, or other support requirements.
Key Responsibilities
-
Provide in-class and one-to-one learning support to students across a range of vocational and academic courses.
Provide in-class and one-to-one learning support to students across a range of vocational and academic courses.
-
Assist lecturers in adapting learning materials to meet individual student needs.
Assist lecturers in adapting learning materials to meet individual student needs.
-
Support students with SEND, including those with EHCPs, to access the curriculum effectively.
Support students with SEND, including those with EHCPs, to access the curriculum effectively.
-
Encourage student independence, confidence, and engagement in learning activities.
Encourage student independence, confidence, and engagement in learning activities.
-
Assist with note-taking, organisation, and use of assistive technologies where appropriate.
Assist with note-taking, organisation, and use of assistive technologies where appropriate.
-
Monitor and record student progress, providing feedback to teaching staff and the support team.
Monitor and record student progress, providing feedback to teaching staff and the support team.
-
Promote an inclusive, respectful, and safe learning environment.
Promote an inclusive, respectful, and safe learning environment.
About You
The ideal candidate will be passionate about supporting young people and adults in education and helping them succeed.
Essential requirements:
-
Experience supporting learners in an educational, youth work, or care setting.
Experience supporting learners in an educational, youth work, or care setting.
-
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
-
Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
-
Patience, empathy, and a flexible approach to supporting diverse learning needs.
Patience, empathy, and a flexible approach to supporting diverse learning needs.
-
Good organisational and teamwork skills.
Good organisational and teamwork skills.
Desirable:
-
Experience supporting learners with SEND in Further Education.
Experience supporting learners with SEND in Further Education.
-
Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Education, or similar.
Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Education, or similar.
-
Knowledge of EHCPs and inclusive learning strategies.
Knowledge of EHCPs and inclusive learning strategies.
What We Offer
-
A supportive and collaborative working environment.
A supportive and collaborative working environment.
-
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
-
Access to staff wellbeing programmes.
Access to staff wellbeing programmes.
-
Competitive salary and pension scheme.
Competitive salary and pension scheme.
-
The chance to make a real difference in students' lives.
The chance to make a real difference in students' lives.
Safeguarding
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining your suitability for the role.
Closing Date: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and early applications are encouraged.