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Learning Support Assistants

South Hampshire College Group • Part-time • Southampton, Southampton, England, United Kingdom • £24,521 / year • 1h ago

Learning Support Assistants

Apply by 25/09/2026

30hrs per week

Salary £24,521 per annum, pro rata.

Actual salary will depend on contractual hours.

Care to Join Us?

We are seeking to appoint passionate, dedicated, and skilled Learning Support Assistants to join our team at Southampton College on a term-time only basis (37 weeks per year). This is on a part time basis (30 hours per week and 24 hours per week).

In this role, you will provide high-quality, personalised support to students with additional learning needs, helping them to achieve their full potential in an inclusive learning environment.

We offer great benefits including:

Generous employer pension contribution
Regular training and development
Access to a health care plan
Learning and development opportunities

Duties:

Deliver one-to-one and small group support, both in and out of the classroom, working closely with teaching and learning support colleagues
Support students in line with their individual needs and/or Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
Assist students to fully participate in learning activities on an equal basis with their peers
Support teaching staff in maintaining a positive, inclusive, and productive learning environment
Assist with student-related administration, including updating individual learning support plans
Ensure support provided is effective in meeting student needs and contributes to positive outcomes and progression
Contribute to the development of the Learning Support team by attending meetings and training
Safeguard and promote the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults
Support students in the use of SEN specialist equipment where required
Maintain accurate records and complete administrative tasks relating to students with additional support needs

Skills and Experience:

Experience of working with young people in an education or support setting (or the potential to develop into the role)
Experience supporting individuals to achieve their goals
Strong organisational and communication skills
Ability to build positive working relationships with students and staff
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Qualifications:

A minimum of GCSE Grade 4/C in English and Maths (or equivalent)

Desirable:

Level 2 NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent)
Experience supporting students with SEND
Understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries

You will be:

Patient, supportive, and approachable
Well organised and a collaborative team player
Enthusiastic and willing to learn and develop
Resilient and able to work in a fast-paced environment
Professional, respectful, and committed to maintaining high standards
Passionate about supporting students to succeed

About Us

The South Hampshire College Group (SHCG) is a dynamic, purpose driven Further Education organisation with a commitment to Creating Better Futures for learners, employers and communities within South Hampshire and beyond.

We pride ourselves on living our values - Collaborative, Inclusive and Aspirational. We also understand the difference exceptional employees can make to us delivering outstanding results and we are always seeking to attract talent who can add value and who will be proud to be part of our growing organisation.

South Hampshire College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our recruitment practices follow safer recruitment guidance, including enhanced DBS checks, online checks, and thorough pre‑employment vetting. We value equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging, and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.