Learning Support Assistant

Who we are?

Step into Learning empower and support individuals of all backgrounds in achieving their personal and professional goals through tailored, inclusive, and accessible learning experiences, expanding community growth and well-being.

Tasks

The Learning Support Assistant (LSA) provides 1:1, small group and classroom support for learners with additional educational, behavioural, social or emotional needs. Working under the direction of the Lead Tutor and SENDCo, the LSA promotes learner independence, participation and achievement within an inclusive learning environment.

The post is for 22.4 hours per week, part time, fixed term. Salary is £12,723.75 (FTE £26,390)

Requirements

Key qualification, skills and experience

• Maths and English at Level 2 (GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent)
• Patient, calm and resilient.
• Empathetic and learner-centred.
• Builds rapport quickly with learners.
• Encourages learner independence rather than dependency.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing learner needs.
• Committed to inclusion and high expectations for every learner.
• Experience of providing 1:1 and small group support to young people or adults with additional learning needs in an educational, training or youth setting.
• Experience of supporting learners with SEND, SEMH, autism, ADHD or other additional needs.
• Understanding of positive behaviour support strategies.
• Awareness of safeguarding, learner welfare and professional boundaries.
• Experience of maintaining learner records and contributing to Individual Learning Plans (ILPs).
• Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office and online learning platforms.
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with learners on a 1:1 basis.
• Ability to motivate and encourage learners to achieve their individual goals.
• Excellent communication and active listening skills.
• Ability to adapt communication and support strategies to meet individual learner needs.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and small groups.
• Ability to manage behaviour positively and consistently under tutor/SENDCo direction.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain accurate learner records.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary package, a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.

Closing date of application Friday 31st July 2026 and interviews will take place week commencing 10th August 2026.