Hourly Paid Learning Support Assistant

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location_on Location Redcar & Cleveland College Redcar, TS10 1EZ

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Hourly Paid Learning Support Assistant

location_on Redcar & Cleveland College Redcar, TS10 1EZ 16/11/2026 Hourly Paid Learning Support Assistant

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Job details

Salary E8 £14.78 per hour Contractual hours 0 Basis Part time Region North Package Hourly Paid Job category/type Support Date posted 26/10/2026 Job reference REQ0001791 Attachments 2026-2027 Joining the Etc. Brochure.pdf REQ0001791 Learning Support Assistant (JD PS) HP.pdf

Job description

Do you have what it takes to empower learners with SEND to thrive, grow in independence, and achieve their full potential in a supportive and inclusive college environment.

Who we are?

Redcar and Cleveland College is a vibrant, forward‑thinking college recently awarded Outstanding by Ofsted. We are proud to deliver high‑quality education across a full range of vocational courses, higher education, apprenticeships and commercial training for young people, adults and employers.

As a valued part of our community, we are dedicated to helping individuals gain the skills, knowledge and confidence to reach their full potential.

Redcar and Cleveland College, is part of The Education Training Collective (Etc.) brings together Stockton Riverside College, Redcar and Cleveland College, Bede Sixth Form, NETA Training and Innersummit. We provide high‑quality education and skills training across the Tees Valley and are proud to be rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

“ONE Etc – fuelling ambition and driving success in a resurgent Teesside and beyond.”

Join us as we grow, improve and push for even greater impact across the Tees Valley.

About the Role

We’re looking for an Hourly Paid Learning Support Assistant to join the Learning Support team reporting to our Learning Support Coordinator. The Learning Support team provide an outstanding service across the group to support students who have declared a learning difficulty or disability, along with those who are identified during their college journey.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Support students with SEND and additional learning needs in the classroom, helping them to access learning, build confidence, and develop independence and resilience.
• Implement, monitor, and adapt individual support plans in collaboration with teachers, tutors, and other staff, ensuring support remains effective and responsive to learner progress.
• Work closely with teaching teams to plan inclusive learning strategies, adapt teaching methods, and share good practice to meet the needs of both individual students and groups.
• Maintain accurate records of support provided using college reporting systems, contributing to effective monitoring, communication, and funding claims.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive college environment by upholding safeguarding, equality, diversity, Prevent, and wellbeing responsibilities at all times.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking a motivated, positive, and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about supporting young people and vulnerable adults to achieve their full potential. You will have successful experience of working in a support role, ideally with learners who have special educational needs and/or learning difficulties or disabilities, and be committed to promoting independence, resilience, and personalised learning. With strong communication and collaboration skills, you will be confident working closely with teachers, tutors, and other college staff to deliver effective support and adapt approaches to meet individual needs. You will also demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, and the ability to build appropriate relationships and maintain clear boundaries, while upholding safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion at all times. A commitment to continuous professional development and a willingness to contribute positively to an inclusive and supportive college environment are essential.

Why Join Us?

We are proud that 87% of our employees tell us that Etc. is a Great Place to Work. Here is a snapshot of what you can expect, for further information about all our benefits please see our employee benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with 14.2% Employer Contribution
• 2 Wellbeing days per year, paid days off that empower our employees to recharge, reflect or simply enjoy time as they choose- because your wellbeing matters.
• Access to a number of other employee benefits including, a comprehensive Health and Wellbeing programme, 24/7 Online GP access with NHS registered doctors, employee assistance programme, discounts at high street and online retailers, free on-site parking, plus many more.
• You will have the opportunity to work within Redcar and Cleveland college and make use of our modern facilities, including discounted on site gym access

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a public sector organisation, we value the diversity of the communities we serve and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, respect and support. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Schedule

• Would require availability Monday-Friday - hours to be discussed at interview
• Flexible lunch breaks

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is midnight 16th November 2026.

Disclosure and Barring Service

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide details of all unspent convictions and any convictions that are not eligible for filtering, prior to the interview date.

Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure.

If you are unsure whether you need to disclose criminal information, you may wish to seek independent advice from:

• Visit Nacro | email helpline@nacro.org.uk | call 0300 123 1999
• Visit Unlock | phone 01634 247350 | text 07824 113848

Further information on filtering and protected offences is available on the Ministry of Justice website

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB)

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. For more information, please see our EDIB policy

Right to Work in the UK

All applicants must provide valid proof of their right to work in the UK, in line with The Education Training Collective’s statutory employment checks. Employment cannot commence or continue unless this has been verified.

Visa Sponsorship

The Education Training Collective offers visa sponsorship only for a small number of specific roles, where it is considered appropriate and necessary to meet service needs. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is not applicable to most roles.

Our recruitment principles are based on fairness, transparency, and a commitment to developing local talent. Sponsorship will only be offered where there is clear, evidenced justification, such as:

• Significant recruitment difficulties, or
• The need for specialist skills unavailable in the local labour market.

Where an individual cannot demonstrate a valid right to work in the UK, and visa sponsorship is not appropriate, justified, or approved, we will be unable to progress or continue the appointment. This includes situations where an existing employee’s visa expires and sponsorship is not granted.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is a key priority for the Group. We have robust policies and systems in place to ensure a safe environment for learners and staff, including our responsibilities under the Prevent Duty.

To read more, please visit Safeguarding

Accuracy and Use of AI Tools

You must ensure that anything submitted in your application is factually accurate. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. Whilst we accept candidates may use AI tools within job applications; submissions must be truthful and relevant to your own experience.

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