Learning Support Assistant

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Learning Support Assistant 35 hours per week Term-time only (39 weeks per year) Actual pro rata salary: £21,531 pa inclusive of fringe allowance for 35 hours per week, term time only FTE £26,500 pa, inclusive of fringe allowance Start date: 25 August 2026 This is a term-time position, working Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 4.00pm, with an unpaid 30-minute lunch break. Please note that candidates must be able to commit to full working days. Our Learning Support Assistants play an essential role in supporting our students both in the classroom and through one-to-one and small group mentoring. We are expanding our team to ensure consistent, high-quality support throughout the week. This is a varied and rewarding role requiring excellent communication skills, strong organisation, and the ability to adapt to individual student needs, helping learners develop independence, confidence and effective study skills. The College is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity and providing a broad, varied curriculum so that every student can become an effective learner and achieve their full potential. We recognise that each student is unique, with individual learning styles and differing levels of support required, candidates must therefore have a genuine interest and commitment to helping young people achieve their potential. We are looking for exceptional candidates who can inspire our students and contribute positively to the department. We expect high performance from all our staff and candidates should demonstrate both their suitability for the role and their alignment with the College's values. We encourage candidates to visit our website to learn more about our ethos and community. The Department We aim to provide holistic, personalised and fully integrated support tailored to each student's needs and circumstances. Following enrolment, Learning Support uses diagnostic screening, alongside information from home and previous school to create an agreed plan addressing any specific requirements. Many students join the College seeking a fresh start, and we take a flexible approach that helps them grow in confidence and independence, preparing them for future success and progression. A dedicated Learning Support area is available throughout the week, offering one-to-one and small-group sessions. Specialist staff in literacy, numeracy and study skills provide targeted assistance. Depending on individual needs and preferences, students may also receive in-class support, as well as access to workshops focused on confidence-building, social skills and mentoring. Learning Support at Woking includes: Weekly or one-off one-to-one support Arranging access arrangements Small group sessions "Chill-out" lunch group Study and revision skills support EHCP monitoring and reviews In-class support Mentoring Why work with us? Woking College has a strong sense of community in which everyone is valued; we look forward to welcoming new members of staff to join our team. We have an inclusive ethos, and are proud of our diverse students and staff community. The College is committed to safeguarding, alongside our core values of inclusiveness, adhering to the highest personal, professional and academic standards, supporting individual wellbeing, supportive management and positive relationship and a sustainable future for all. We expect all staff, volunteers and others involved in the College community to share this commitment.

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