At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with additional needs in a positive learning environment.
- Company: A Sixth Form College in Central London with a Good Ofsted rating.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, wellbeing support, professional development, and gym discounts.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team focused on empowering the next generation of digital talent.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working in a vibrant college setting.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND students and relevant qualifications in education.
The predicted salary is between 26000 - 28000 £ per year.
Location: Sixth Form College, near Victoria station, central London
Actual Annual Salary: £26,000 - £28,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time, term time only, Monday to Friday 8:45am to 4:45pm
Benefits: Excellent benefits, please see below
Start date: October 2026
Aston Education is looking for a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join this Sixth Form College near Victoria station in Central London. Their Ofsted is Good with Outstanding features.
As an LSA, you will work closely with 16-19-year-old students who require additional support to reach their full potential.
The Benefits
- Aviva Pension Scheme
- Wellbeing support with access to free financial coaching and advice, paid mental health days and free counselling services
- Lifestyle and discount savings
- Professional development programme
- Gym membership discounts
- Small classes
- Good behaviour and focused students
- Longer holidays
- Excellent modern facilities
- Central London location
The College
The College’s aim is to empower the next generation of diverse digital talent. By combining high-quality education with deep industry partnerships, they are expanding the talent pipeline and diversifying the tech sector.
The LSA job
As an LSA, your primary responsibility will be to create a positive and inclusive learning environment while providing one-on-one or small group support to students with SEND. You’ll assist in developing and implementing EHCP/LP, ensuring students receive the appropriate support and interventions. You’ll work as part of the SEND safeguarding team. You will assist with classroom activities, monitor student progress, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with other professionals. You’ll also support students in exams as a reader or scribe.
Qualifications & Experience required include:
- Experience working with students with specific learning difficulties (e.g., ASC, dyslexia, ADHD) or disabilities
- Experience supporting learners in a further education/sixth form setting
- GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above
- Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (or equivalent)
- Training related to SEN
- Degree or HE qualification in Computer Science or Maths
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
Closing date: As soon as possible
Applications: To find out more and to apply to this LSA job, please send your CV to Tarja Aila at Aston Education.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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