At a Glance
- Tasks: Support learners with additional needs during educational activities at Newquay Orchard.
- Company: Join a community-driven organisation promoting urban biodiversity and sustainability.
- Benefits: Earn £13.45 per hour, enjoy term-time only work, and flexible part-time hours.
- Other info: Be part of a passionate team dedicated to community engagement and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while working in a beautiful outdoor environment.
- Qualifications: Experience with learners and young people with SEND is essential.
Urban Biodiversity – the team behind Newquay Orchard - are looking for Learning Support Assistants to join our Education team, working with students at Newquay Orchard. Built by the community for the community, Newquay Orchard is an urban greenspace in the heart of Newquay. It is a space where people can come to grow, learn and relax together. We promote sustainability in all aspects of our work, be that as an organisation or on a personal level. Most importantly however we use our amazing environment to engage the entire community with the benefits of being outdoors.
The education team are a big part of the orchard community. Your role would be to provide support to our Education Officers and to learners with additional needs. You will guide learners during educational activities and assist them to achieve their full potential at Newquay Community Orchard. This will be both on our Newquay Orchard and Grown sites and with our associated employers offsite.
You will have experience of working with learners and young people with SEND and be passionate about supporting young people to meet their potential. The pay for this role is £13.45 per hour. The role is term-time only (1st September – 31st July) and we have various part-time hours available, subject to confirmation of funding.
To apply, please download and complete the application form from our website. CVs will not be accepted. Your application form should be returned via email to recruitment@newquayorchard.co.uk by midday on Monday 6th July 2026. Applicants will be informed if they have been shortlisted by 10th July 2026. Interviews will be held on 20th July 2026 at Newquay Orchard. As we are a small company with very limited resources, we are very sorry that we are unable to give feedback on applications that are not shortlisted but we will let you know if you are unsuccessful.
Learning Support Assistant in Newquay employer: Urban Biodiversity CIC
Newquay Orchard is an exceptional employer, fostering a vibrant work culture that prioritises community engagement and sustainability. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with additional needs while working in a beautiful urban greenspace. With a focus on personal growth and development, our team is dedicated to supporting each other and the community, making this a rewarding place to work.
