LSA

West London Co; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in West London is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support students with additional needs. This full-time permanent position involves providing educational, pastoral, and personal care support. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and experience working effectively with young people. The role requires empathy and a commitment to helping learners achieve positive outcomes while promoting their independence. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Contributory Local Government Pension Scheme

Continuous Professional Development opportunities

Eye care vouchers

Cycle to Work scheme

Interest-free loans

Access to Perkbox

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people, ideally with learning needs.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Willingness to provide personal care support.

Responsibilities

• Support learners with additional needs in lessons and activities.
• Build strong relationships with learners to encourage their progress.
• Assist with personal care when necessary.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Education

GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)

Job description

## LSA### We are searching for the best education professionals* LSANEWFast Apply# LSAEmployerLocation: London, Greater LondonContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: £26,494–£29,199 FTE per annum (pro-rata)Posted: 18th December 2025Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 16th January 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1526969Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1526969* Share :**Hours:** 28.08 hours a week, term-time only (38 weeks)**Contract:** Permanent**Salary:** Scale 4 – £26,494–£29,199 FTE per annum (pro-rata)**Closing Date:** 15/01/2026**Location:** West London College (Cross-Campus)At West London College, we are committed to championing innovation and creativity, and we invite you to join us on this journey. We welcome applicants who share our values of Ambition, Innovation, Accountability, Collaboration and Inclusion.With three college sites across West London — Ealing, Hammersmith and Southall — we offer an exciting and diverse working environment where your contribution will directly support learners’ education, wellbeing and future success.For further information about the College, please visit our website.**About the Role**We are currently seeking dedicated and motivated Learning Support Assistants to join our Inclusive Learning Department. This role is key to ensuring learners with additional needs can fully access their education and achieve positive outcomes.You will work closely with teaching staff and support teams to provide educational, pastoral and personal care support to learners with a range of needs. The role includes supporting learners in lessons, during breaks, on trips and visits, in work placements and across wider college activities.As a Learning Support Assistant, you will build strong, respectful relationships with learners and demonstrate high expectations and ambition for their progress. You will use a variety of learning strategies and adaptations to help learners engage, develop independence and reach their full potential.**The Person*** You will have experience of working with young people, ideally those with additional learning needs. You will be empathetic, patient and confident in supporting learners with a wide range of needs.* You will also have:* Strong communication and interpersonal skills* The ability to work both independently and as part of a team* Good IT skills and a good general education, including GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)* Experience supporting learners with additional needs, such as autism and/or social, emotional and mental health needs (desirable)* A willingness to provide personal care support, including toileting and administering medication where required, following appropriate training**What We Offer*** Our staff are vital to the success of our learners, and we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:* Generous holiday allowance, plus 8 bank holidays and 3 college closure days at Christmas* Contributory Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)* Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities* Eye care vouchers* Cycle to Work scheme* Interest-free loans for season tickets and computers* Access to Perkbox, our rewards and discounts platform* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)* Discounts at the College’s on-site hair and beauty salon**Important Information**West London College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activities relevant to children.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnership.To apply, please complete an application form before the closing date stated. CVs will not be accepted, and a supporting statement must be included as part of your application.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, so early applications are encouraged.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:West London College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### West London College