Learning Support Assistant [CW9481] in Crawley

Overview

Crawley College, part of the Chichester College Group Ref: CW9481

Salary: Pro rata of £26,238 per annum. For details on the pro rata salary, see attached job description (page 6).

Hours: Up to 32 hours per week, 36 weeks per year.

Are you looking to start a rewarding career in education, supporting students in a part time role that can fit around your personal life and responsibilities?

Role purpose: As a Learning Assistant, you will support students requiring additional help with their programmes of study across various areas within College, creating positive relationships with them and assisting them in a classroom or workshop setting. This will include students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities, including emotional, social, behavioural and mobility needs. The work you do as a Learning Assistant will ensure our students have a rewarding and fulfilling experience at college.

Experience and qualifications: As a Learning Support Assistant, you will have experience of working with people with learning difficulties and disabilities, as well as effective organisational, interpersonal and communication skills. A GCSE (or equivalent) in English at grade C/4 or above is essential.

Responsibilities:

• Support students requiring additional help with their programmes of study across College areas, in classroom or workshop settings.
• Create positive relationships with students and assist in their learning experience.
• Support students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities, including emotional, social, behavioural and mobility needs.

Benefits:

• Local Government Pension Scheme - the Group contributes 20.4% of your actual pensionable pay.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days with continuous service, plus bank holidays and college closure days over Christmas (not deducted from annual leave entitlement).
• Option to purchase up to 5 extra days.
• Discount schemes on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (campus-dependent).
• Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay (dependent on continuous service).
• Continuous professional development opportunities including development days, funded apprenticeships and access to a range of courses.

Further information available in the Staff Benefits booklet attached to this advert.

With less than a 10 minute walk to bus and train stations, Crawley College is in a convenient location. For travelling details, please refer to Crawley College Travelling information.

Working in a vibrant and inclusive further education college is an inspiring experience. We focus on delivering outstanding teaching, learning and support, with a diverse student body and a positive environment that promotes growth and collaboration.

Application and dates:

Apply now to make a real difference to these learners’ lives!

Closing date: 30 March 2026

Interview date: 17 April 2026

You will be asked to upload a CV before starting an application form. The CV will be used to auto-populate parts of the form. For best results, format your CV without columns or tables. The CV will not be seen by Recruiting Managers; ensure the application form is fully completed. Suitable candidates may be invited to interview before the closing date. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

For more information about applying for a role at Chichester College Group, please visit the Information For Applicants page. Follow ‘Chichester College Group Careers’ on Facebook for updates on career opportunities.

Safeguarding:

The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include checks of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. We pursue safeguarding checks to ensure suitability to work with young people. We are an equal opportunities employer and support the disability confidence scheme.