Learning Support Assistant
Windsor Forest Colleges group is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our Motor Vehicle Department at our Berkshire College of Agriculture campus on a full-time, term time only basis.
This Learning Support Assistant role involves working 37 hours per week over 37 term-time weeks per year. The role pays on Scale G of the Support Staff pay scale offering a pro-rata salary of G17 £21,166.19 up to G19 £22,662.10 (G17 £25,483 up to G19 £27,284 FTE).
Key responsibilities
- Assisting with the planning, delivery, and evaluation of learning activities
- Helping students overcome physical, emotional, or learning boundaries
- Assisting with assignments, exam preparation, and the development of English, mathematics, and ICT skills
- Monitoring student behaviour, maintaining confidential records, adapting learning materials, and supporting the use of specialist equipment
Essential qualifications
- Level 2 qualifications (GCSE grade A-C or equivalent) in both English and Mathematics
- Relevant qualifications or experience supporting individuals with learning difficulties such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Dyspraxia
- Applicants must demonstrate strong organizational skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to meet the physical demands of the post, such as providing physical support for mobility-impaired students
- The successful candidate must strictly adhere to the college's policies regarding Risk Management, Diversity and Equality, Health and Safety, Data Protection, and Safeguarding
For further details on this role please refer to the attached job description/person specification.
About Us
The Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South East. Our staff work across 4 main campuses at Langley, Windsor, Strodes Egham and Berkshire College of Agriculture Maidenhead. Our teams place the learner at the heart of all we do and in our state-of-the-art learning environments, we are proud to deliver education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses each year.
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 CollegePlease be advised that the vacancy will close on 04th November 2026*
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.
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Learning Support Assistant in Thatcham employer: Windsor Forest Colleges Group
Windsor Forest Colleges Group is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment for its staff. Located in Slough, our college offers generous benefits such as 30 days of annual leave, a robust pension scheme, and numerous career progression opportunities, all while prioritising work-life balance. Join us in shaping the future of trade professionals in state-of-the-art facilities, where your expertise will directly impact the next generation of learners.
Contact Details:
Windsor Forest Colleges Group Recruitment Team
