Learning Support Assistant

Derby College Group (DCG) is recruiting for Learning Support Assistants to join our Student Experience and Pastoral team at Broomfield Campus. If you are motivated, eager to learn new skills, and aspire to be a role model, we would love to hear from you!

The Opportunity

You will provide support services in and outside the classroom to students with specific inclusion and support needs, enabling them to achieve and progress. Our college offers a wide range of support across all sites.

Our students are central to our person-centred approach, and we support over 120 learning support staff in developing outstanding skills and knowledge.

As an LSA at Broomfield, no two days are the same. You might support GCSE English and Maths classes or assist students learning to drive or care for livestock on the farm. Support needs vary from Entry Level to Level 3, with common areas including Dyslexia, Mental Health, and Autism. We aim to develop students\’ resilience and independence for adult life.

For more information about the Learning Support Team and the role, please view the attached Job Description.

About you

We value building good working relationships, fostering confidence, and maintaining a positive attitude. Practical problem-solving and initiative are essential to help our students access all aspects of the curriculum. You should be committed to supporting students\’ success.

Minimum requirements:

• At least a Grade C/4 in GCSE Maths and English (Level 2), with evidence required.

Please see the Job Description for the full Person Specification.

The Benefits

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with a 20.5% employer contribution
• Discounts at our Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ Little Explorers Nursery
• TOTUM discount card / Tastecard
• Discounts on East Midlands Railway Season Tickets
• Free Microsoft Office suite with 1TB OneDrive storage
• Discounts at SENSI onsite salon
• Free will writing and discounts through Flint Bishop Solicitors
• Opportunities for development and progression

Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity. We welcome applicants regardless of age, disability, neurodivergence, sex, gender identity and expression, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. Our policies ensure fair treatment during recruitment.

If you have questions about the process, reasonable adjustments, or the role, please contact us at [emailprotected].

Safeguarding

DCG is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. This role requires an enhanced DBS check. The successful candidate’s online presence may be reviewed to identify any relevant incidents or issues. It is an offence to apply if barred from regulated activity involving children.

Recruitment Agencies

We work with trusted partners and do not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies not on our approved list.

Please note, this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration system. Applications from those without current right to work in the UK are welcome if eligible for a visa through another route.

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