At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and support students with diverse learning needs in an inclusive educational environment.
- Company: Windsor Forest Colleges Group, a leading education provider in the South East.
- Benefits: Generous pension scheme, career progression, free parking, and health benefits.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to empowering learners and fostering inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Level 2 qualifications in English, Maths, and ICT; experience with SEND needs.
The predicted salary is between 23274 - 25580 £ per year.
The Windsor Forest Colleges group is looking for a Lead Learning Support Assistant to join our Foundation Department at our Slough and Langley campus on a full time, term time only basis. This role involves working 37 hours per week over 38 term-time weeks per year. The role pays on Scale H of the Support Staff pay scale offering a pro-rata salary of H19 £23,274.31 up to H22 £25,580.07 (H19 £27,284 up to H22 £29,987 FTE).
Lead Learning Support Assistants drive educational inclusion and support excellence across Windsor Forest Colleges Group, acting as pivotal figures in empowering both students and support staff to achieve their full potential. Reporting to the Head of Department or Programme Lead, this role combines direct academic facilitation with essential supervisory and instructional responsibilities.
As a Lead LSA, you will take ownership of guiding fellow LSAs, shaping effective support strategies within lessons and community settings, and stepping up to lead planned classes in the lecturer's absence, all while ensuring provision strictly aligns with individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Beyond direct student engagement, your duties will focus heavily on instructional leadership, strategy, and classroom management. You will work closely with tutors to plan, adapt, and evaluate learning activities, as well as handle key daily administrative tasks such as registers, student profiles, and performance reporting.
The role requires taking full responsibility for managing specialist 1:1 learning equipment, assisting with internal specialist appointments (such as Speech and Language Therapy), and supporting students with assignments, exam preparation, and core English, mathematics, and ICT skills. Additionally, you will work with pastoral teams to help students overcome physical, emotional, or learning boundaries, including meeting physical support demands for mobility-impaired learners.
To be considered for this post, candidates must demonstrate strong professional initiative, accountability, and proven experience supporting individuals with a wide range of SEND needs (such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, PMLD, and SLD) in an educational environment. Essential qualifications include Level 2 qualifications (GCSE grade 4/C or equivalent) in English, Mathematics, and ICT. Applicants must display exceptional organizational skills, a deep commitment to inclusive practice and neurodivergent perspectives.
Our staff benefit from:
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) currently offering 24.3% employer contribution
- Free onsite parking at all sites
- Career progression opportunities for ambitious staff
- Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses
- Access to excellent defined benefit pension schemes
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Family friendly policies supporting Work Life Balance
- Onsite Coffee Shop & Cafeteria
- Various health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at Langley College
Please be advised that the vacancy will close on 21st August 2026. Interviews will be held week commencing 31st August 2026. To apply please visit our careers page and complete the online application form. Please ensure you pay particular attention to the supporting statement of the online application form making sure to include details of how you meet each of the essential criteria listed on the person specification.
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check along with other legally required checks which are an essential part of the safeguarding process.
Lead Learning Support Assistant - Foundation - Slough, Berkshire employer: Windsor Forest Colleges Group
Windsor Forest Colleges Group is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment for educators passionate about shaping the future of students. With generous benefits including a defined benefit pension scheme, family-friendly policies, and access to subsidised leisure courses, staff are encouraged to maintain a healthy work-life balance while pursuing professional growth. Located in the picturesque setting of Windsor, our state-of-the-art campuses foster collaboration and innovation, making it an ideal place for dedicated teachers to thrive.
Contact Details:
Windsor Forest Colleges Group Recruitment Team
