Learning Support Assistant Progressions - Temporary to June 2026

Heart of Worcestershire (HoW) College; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK seeks a Learning Support Assistant – Progressions to provide personalized support to young people and vulnerable adults. This temporary position runs until June 2026 and requires experience in educational or social support settings. Candidates should hold Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English. A commitment to safeguarding and a collaborative spirit are essential. Benefits include professional development opportunities and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Continuing Professional Development

Flexible working

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Experience in support services for young people and vulnerable adults.
• First Aid training preferred or willingness to undertake it.
• Ability to support learners with various difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and group interventions for learners.
• Support learners with special needs and monitor their progress.
• Maintain accurate records of interventions.

Skills

Experience supporting young people

Ability to provide personalised learning support

Team collaboration

Knowledge of safeguarding practices

Education

Level 2 qualification in Maths

Level 2 qualification in English

Job description

Learning Support Assistant – Progressions (Temporary until June 2026)

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant – Progressions – Temporary (to June 2026)
Closing Date: 5th January 2026
Pay: £23,555 – £24,346 per annum (pro‑rata) – pay circa £8,016 per annum depending on experience and qualifications
Hours: 15 hours per week, 36 weeks per annum (Part‑time)
Location: Redditch (may be required to visit other campus sites)

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting young people and vulnerable adults in a classroom and on a one‑to‑one basis. You should be able to provide high‑quality, personalised learning support, work collaboratively with teaching staff, and be committed to safeguarding, equality and diversity.

Key Roles and Accountabilities

• Provide one‑to‑one and/or group work interventions to enable learners to engage and achieve identified goals.
• Support the delivery of specialist foundation programmes for learners with autism spectrum conditions, mental health issues, emotional and behavioural difficulties, severe, moderate and mild learning difficulties, and other special needs.
• Ensure learners with support needs are fully engaged with Learner Services and reinforce College attendance policies.
• Assist with admission activities such as recruitment, enrolment and assessment of support needs.
• Assist with the delivery of entry screening, initial diagnostics and use results to inform Personal Learning Plans, set targets and monitor progress.
• Liaise with curriculum staff, LSDO TAVs, PLCs and external agencies to target support within learning sessions.
• Plan, implement and measure the impact of one‑to‑one and group work, evaluating effectiveness and driving continual improvement.
• Maintain accurate records of information and interventions, ensuring all administration is completed promptly.
• Contribute to the negotiation, monitoring and support of individual learning objectives.
• Ensure learning support procedures align with best practice for safeguarding, Prevent, equality, diversity and Health and Safety.
• Support the attainment of Functional Skills for supported learners.
• Provide incidental personal care support where necessary.

Attainment & Qualifications

• Level 2 (or higher) qualification in both Maths and English, or willingness to obtain.
• Experience in support services for young people and vulnerable adults – e.g. education, social services, NHS or mental health.
• Experience providing classroom and one‑to‑one support.
• First Aid trained, or willingness to undertake training and keep up to date.
• Fire Marshal duty trained, or willingness to undertake training and keep up to date.
• Willingness to provide incidental personal care support where necessary.
• Ability to work within a team, provide read‑and‑write support, and support learners with autism spectrum conditions, profound/multiple learning difficulties, moderate/mild learning difficulties, behavioural difficulties, and mental health difficulties.

Personal Qualities

• Tolerance and ability to work well with a range of learners and colleagues.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.
• Motivated, enthusiastic and able to take initiative.
• Ability to work independently and on their own initiative.

Benefits & Support

• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7, 365 days) – free confidential counselling.
• Regular Continuing Professional Development and opportunities to gain further qualifications.
• Flexible working (dependent on role) and employee discounts & benefits package.
• Cycle to Work Scheme, free onsite parking (certain campuses) and volunteering opportunities.
• Mentor to support you in your new role.

Equal Opportunities

Heart of Worcestershire College is an equal opportunity employer. We expect all candidates to share our commitment to protecting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and we do not allow any form of discrimination.

Application Process

To apply, submit a completed application form via www.howcollege.ac.uk by 5th January 2026. CVs will not be accepted as a substitute. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.

Contact

For further information, contact our HR Department on 01527 405467 or [e-mail].