Learning Support Assistant - Springboard

North Hertfordshire College; Stevenage, Hitchin; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based educational institution is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to provide effective support for students with diverse learning needs. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, promoting independence, and collaborating with teaching staff to facilitate learning. The role requires strong communication skills and a commitment to safeguarding. This full-time position will start in January 2026, with a salary of up to £25,107.

Benefits

Pension

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with special educational needs.
• Ability to tailor strategies for individual Education, Health and Care Plans.
• Skills in maintaining accurate records and monitoring targets.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and medication administration.
• Support students in navigating challenges and work experience.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to enhance learning.

Skills

Effective communication

Support for diverse learning needs

Use of assistive technology

Personal care assistance

Coaching for work experience

Education

Relevant qualifications in education or support roles

Job description

## Learning Support Assistant - Springboard### We are searching for the best education professionals* Learning Support Assistant - SpringboardNEWFast Apply# Learning Support Assistant - SpringboardEmployerLocation: Stevenage, HertfordshireContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Full TimeContract Length: Maternity CoverSalary: Up to £25,107Posted: 20th November 2025Start Date: 5th January 2026Expires: 1st January 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: Fixed term contractStart Date: 5th January 2026Job ID: 1518818Start Date: 5th January 2026* Contract Type :Fixed term contract* Contract Length: Maternity Cover* Job ID: 1518818* Share :SALARY: Up to £25,107.37 FTE (£22,439.32 per annum, pro rata) plus PensionJOB TYPE: Watford role is a Fixed Term Contract - Maternity Cover, starting in January 2026HOURS: Both roles are 0.89 fraction (37Hrs/week = 5 days/week for 40 wks/year)LOCATION: 1 role at Watford SpringboardAbout the Role:Springboard is a specialist off-site college provision (SEND), which was graded outstanding by Ofsted in November 2024, with centres at both Letchworth and Watford. The therapeutic curriculum offer is a one-year full-time personalised learning programme for young people aged 16-24, who require additional support before progressing to a mainstream course or employment. Many of our students have a diagnosis or traits of Autistic Spectrum Condition or social, emotional and mental health needs. The Springboard provision offers students the opportunity to develop skills in social communication, independence and employability at both Levels 1 and 2 and English and maths from Entry 3 to Level 2.Each Springboard centre has a manager and a specialist team comprising Course Team Leaders, Assessment and Transition Co-ordinators, Success Coaches, Learning support assistants and therapists.About the Organisation:The College operates across three main campuses in Stevenage and Hitchin, employing over 650 staff. With a turnover of £30m, the college provides learning opportunities to over 10,000 students each year from study programmes for 16-18 year olds and apprenticeships through to adult provision locally, regionally and nationally. We were judged Good by Ofsted at our last inspection in December 2023, with outstanding features.Main Roles and ResponsibilitiesImplement a range of highly effective strategies to support the diverse additional learning needs within the student cohort, whilst promoting independence, and tailor these for each individual in line with their Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), support plan, initial assessment and individual targets.Assist teaching staff in delivering outstanding teaching and learning, including use of specialist assistive technology, to ensure students achieve their planned outcomes and reach their potential.Interpret instructions effectively to support students in following these and assist with communication challenges, to ensure equal access for all.Maintain accurate, timely departmental records and contribute to the setting and monitoring of individual targets, including the review of EHCP outcomes as part of the annual review process.Provide support with study skills, pastoral needs and community access 1:1 or in small groups to ensure students successfully navigate any challenges and progress to their aspirational destination.Assist with personal care, aid mobility, administer medication and provide the relevant support with individual arrangements for students with complex support needs.Support students in engaging with work experience opportunities. This may include: liaising with students, employers and the Work Experience coordinator to arrange work placements, coaching students for interviews, on the job and maintaining departmental work placement records.Adhere to confidentiality guidelines and college policies for SEND, health and safety, equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and safeguarding.Contribute to the work of the curriculum team; attend curriculum events and course and department meetings.Access training and professional development activities to ensure continually remaining up to date and gaining new skills and knowledge, including SEND specific options.General dutiesTo contribute to the effective management and promotion of equality and diversityTo work in accordance with the Health & Safety at Work Act, ensuring the College is a safe environment for staff, students and visitors.To promote with staff and students the importance of safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults they are responsible for and come into contact with.To work at all times in accordance with North Hertfordshire College’s policies and procedures.To carry out such duties as may be required from time to time by the college that are appropriate to the grade of the postThis job description is intended as a general guide to the duties attached to the post and is not an inflexible specification.### Safeguarding Statement:The Hart Learning Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, as our posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. It is also an offence to apply for a role if you have been barred from working with children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you have been shortlisted for a role and are within the guidelines of KCSIE, an online search will be carried out to identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online. If any incidents or issues are identified, the Group might want to explore these with you at the interview. As part of the recruitment process, you will need to provide proof of their right to work in the UK.### North Hertfordshire College