An exciting opportunity has arisen for Learning Support Assistants to join a dedicated Additional Learning Support team.

This role involves supporting students with a wide range of learning difficulties and/or disabilities, enabling them to access educational opportunities and achieve their potential.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide in-class support across practical and theory-based lessons.

• Assist teaching staff in meeting the individual needs of students.

• Deliver out-of-class support sessions focused on individualised targets.

• Help learners develop independent study skills.

• Contribute to individual support strategy plans in collaboration with teaching colleagues.

What we''re looking for:

• A proactive, resourceful, and learner-focused approach.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to motivate and engage students.

• Experience supporting young people and/or adults with learning difficulties and disabilities (desirable).

• Educated to at least Level 3, with English and maths qualifications.

• Some knowledge of Educational Health Care Plans (EHCPs) and review procedures (training provided).

What''s on offer:

• A supportive and dynamic team environment.

• Training and development opportunities to upskill.

• Access to a range of employee benefits.

• Support the organisation of initial/diagnostic assessments and communicate results effectively.

• Assist in creating and implementing individual learning plans with clear, achievable targets.

• Work with teaching staff to integrate learning support strategies into lessons.

• Provide in-class and small group support to facilitate student learning.

• Monitor and record student progress, attendance, and share information as needed.

• Contribute to careers events, marketing, and admissions activities.

• Supervise students on-site and during off-site activities.

• Provide personal support to students with disabilities or learning difficulties to enable full participation.

• Participate actively and flexibly in wider organisational activities, including duty rotas, enrolment, events, and staff/student activities.

• Engage in ongoing training and team development to update skills and knowledge.

• Take reasonable care for the health and safety of self and others, in line with legal obligations.

• Be aware of and contribute to organisational health and safety priorities.

• Promote and demonstrate commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive practices in both employment and service delivery.

• Be familiar with safeguarding requirements and comply fully with policies to protect the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

• Undertake any additional duties or projects as requested by a line manager, following appropriate consultation.

Connect2Employment is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Employment is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.