Job title: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Job reference: REQ
Date posted: 12/06/2026
Application closing date: 28/06/2026
Location: Paignton, Devon
Salary: £24,714.00 - £24,811.00 pro rata
Contractual hours: 30 per week (34 weeks per year)
Job category: Support
Scope and responsibilities
Help students belong, achieve and thrive at South Devon College.
About the Role
You’ll work closely with students who need additional support to access learning, build confidence, and achieve their goals. Whether you’re helping in the classroom, providing one‑to‑one support, or celebrating those lightbulb moments, you’ll play a vital role in helping students feel they truly belong.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting students in lessons to access the curriculum and achieve their study programme
- Helping develop Maths, English, academic and practical skills
- Working alongside teachers to deliver engaging and inclusive learning
- Supporting small group work and preparing learning resources
- Building strong, positive relationships that empower students
- Monitoring attendance, progress and wellbeing
- Using person‑centred approaches to promote independence
- Applying evidence‑informed support strategies (modelling, prompting, scaffolding)
- Contributing to reviews and working with SENDCOs, tutors and support teams
- Supporting exam access arrangements and invigilating where required
- Providing flexible support across curriculum areas, campuses and key college events
What Makes This Role Special
- You’ll support students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
- You’ll be part of a college that truly values inclusion, respect and aspiration
- You’ll help students progress into meaningful destinations aligned to their goals
- You’ll continually develop your skills through training and professional development
The Impact You’ll Have
- Feel confident and included
- Develop independence and life skills
- Achieve their qualifications
- Build brighter futures
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave (pro‑rata of fractional) including the option to purchase additional holiday days
- 1 additional day’s holiday for your birthday (does not have to be used on your birthday)
- 1 additional day’s holiday for every 5 years served
- Christmas Closure of up to 2 weeks in addition to annual leave entitlement
- Access to a wealth of training, apprenticeships and funded higher education opportunities as well as dedicated training days
- Local Government Pension Scheme Employer pension contributions of 18%
- Subsidised fitness suite facility, onsite hair and beauty salon, access to a wide range of catering facilities, outdoor gym and free eyesight tests
- Major supermarket and high street employee discount schemes
- Life Assurance (if member of pension scheme)
- On Site Nursery (Mama Bears)
- Employee Assistance Programmes
- Access to Blue Light Card membership
- Discounted travel schemes
Key Dates
Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 28 June 2026
Interview Date: Thursday 2 July 2026
Contact Information
Alex – email:
Requirements
Please note that you will be required to be in possession of an Enhanced DBS Certificate or be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check as a condition of employment at the College.
Equal Opportunities Statement
This College is committed to Safeguarding/Prevent and promoting the welfare of students, including children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The College is committed to applying its Single Equality Scheme at all stages of recruitment and selection. Shortlisting, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, colour, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion/belief, age, pregnancy or maternity leave, or union membership. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate the particular needs of any candidate who has notified us of a disability. This may include changing the timing or location of any interview to enable the candidate to attend, providing information in different formats or larger type, etc. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).
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South Devon College is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, dedicated to the professional growth of its employees. Located in the vibrant community of Paignton, we offer unique opportunities for career advancement while making a meaningful impact on local businesses and the economy. Join us to be part of a team that values creativity, customer service, and sustainable development in education.
