At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire and support students in their learning journey while facilitating engaging activities.
- Company: Lifeworks, empowering individuals with learning disabilities since 1996.
- Benefits: Earn £13.50 per hour, enjoy 33 days holiday, and access mental health resources.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to positive relationships and community engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives and foster independence in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience with learning difficulties and a passion for supporting young people.
The predicted salary is between 13.5 - 13.5 £ per hour.
Dartington, Totnes
Salary: £13.50 per hour (actual salary is £20,414.93 per annum including holiday pay)
Working Hours: 34.75 hours per week, Monday-Friday (over 38 weeks per year)
Due to new students joining us this September 2026, we are now in the exciting position to grow our Learning Support Assistant team!
In this role, you'll motivate and inspire our students to achieve their full potential by supporting a positive learning environment and championing independence. Part of this role may also include regular work within our Day Services. This is where adults can come and take part in activities such as art, cooking, gardening, or sports activities, whilst making friends and getting involved in community life.
Who we are:
Since 1996, we've been empowering people with learning disabilities in Devon to achieve their dreams and build fulfilling lives. We currently have 3 thriving services at Lifeworks:
- College: providing education and life skills to 16-24-year-olds in a safe and encouraging environment to support them to achieve positive outcomes.
- Sesame House: 24/7 care for 4 adults with learning disabilities, enabling them to live their best lives.
- Day Services: Consistent care and support throughout the year, school holidays and weekends, with a focus on engaging activities chosen by the participants.
What you'll do:
- You'll work alongside our tutors and will be a source of support for students to ensure they are motivated, happy and engaged in their learning and development.
- Inspire and encourage students through their transition from school to college and enable them to learn and practice independence.
- Support in a range of tasks to facilitate a positive, supportive learning environment and ensure that all students realise their full potential.
- Assist with a range of activities for our Day Services attendees, ensuring that their choices are taken into account and that outcomes are both enjoyable and safe.
As a Learning Support Assistant, your hours will take place over 38 weeks of the year (during term times), and you will work 34.75 hours per week.
- On Weeks 1-3, you will work Monday to Friday, 08:45-15:40.
- On Week 4, you will work Monday to Friday, 08:45-15:40, however, on a Thursday, you will work 08:45-16:20 to attend a college meeting.
What we're looking for:
- Experience of working with people with learning difficulties, as well as knowledge and experience of the education sector.
- Great IT skills and sound knowledge of Microsoft Office systems.
- Committed to building and fostering positive relationships in the workplace.
- You must have a passion for supporting young people and adults.
Above all, we are seeking a friendly, proactive person to join our dynamic College team, fostering a collaborative culture focused on student progress.
We're passionate about supporting our staff just as much as we are about supporting our service users.
- A Real Living Wage of £13.50 per hour.
- A starting entitlement of 33 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time), which, due to the nature of the role, will be paid to you on top of your hourly rate.
- A fully funded DBS check and update service to ensure a smooth onboarding process.
- Access valuable resources, including an employee assistance program to support your mental and emotional health.
Building a diverse and safe team:
At Lifeworks, we're committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals with disabilities who meet the job criteria, and we guarantee qualified candidates with disabilities an interview.
Lifeworks is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our service users. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act, and the successful candidate will undergo Safer Recruitment checks, which include pre-employment checks, reference checks, and an enhanced DBS with barred list check. We may also conduct online searches on the successful applicant.
Locations
Learning Support Assistant (Flexible work) in Devon, Exeter employer: Lifeworks
Lifeworks College is an exceptional employer dedicated to empowering individuals with learning disabilities in a supportive and inclusive environment. Located in the picturesque Dartington, our small team fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises kindness, respect, and positivity, while offering extensive professional development opportunities and generous benefits, including 50 days of annual leave. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our students and enjoy a fulfilling career where your contributions truly matter.
