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Learning Support Assistant

Dovetail & Slate
Posted 4 hours ago, valid for 9 days
Location

West Bromwich, West Midlands B71 1ET, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Learning Support Assistants positions are available at Sandwell and Cadbury College campuses, offering both full-time and part-time hours on a fixed-term contract for the academic year 2024/25.
  • The salary for these roles is £23,447 FTE, pro rata for term-time only work.
  • Candidates should have experience supporting learners in an educational setting, with a minimum requirement of Level 2 in English and Maths.
  • The role involves providing 1:1 and small group support for students with various needs, focusing on their learning, wellbeing, and independence.
  • This position offers the opportunity to apply for a permanent role at the end of the contract, as well as ongoing training and support.

Learning Support Assistants - Term-Time Only (Sandwell & Cadbury College Sites)Full-Time and Part-Time Hours AvailableFixed-Term Contract (Academic Year 2024/25)Salary: £23,447 FTE (Pro Rata)

We're working in partnership with a leading West Midlands Further Education College to recruit Learning Support Assistants for their Sandwell (West Bromwich) and Cadbury campuses. These term-time only positions are fixed-term until the end of the academic year (June 2025), with the opportunity to apply for a permanent role afterwards.

The Role:
  • Full-time and part-time hours available

  • Fixed-term contract for the full academic year

  • Opportunity to apply for a permanent role at the end of the contract

  • Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with a range of needs

  • Support students with their learning, wellbeing, and independence

  • Ongoing training and support provided

What We're Looking For:
  • Passionate, empathetic individuals committed to helping students thrive

  • Experience supporting learners in an educational setting

  • Personal care experience is a bonus, but not essential

  • Background in support, care, coaching, or mentoring

  • Understanding of SEN, learning disabilities, or mental health needs

  • Flexible and adaptable approach

  • Minimum Level 2 in English and Maths

Why Apply?
  • Opportunity to secure a permanent role

  • Term-time only - great for work-life balance

  • Join a welcoming and supportive team making a real impact

  • Access to on-site facilities, discounts, and wellbeing support

  • Attend one of our recruitment open days with on-the-spot interviews

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a difference every day, we'd love to meet you.

Important Notice

Dovetail and Slate is a market leading education recruitment company. We specialise in hiring across the entire spectrum of education, including positions in student support and support services. With our extensive range of roles, we are confident we can find the right match for you, so if the current vacancy does not seem relevant to your expertise, we welcome you to upload your CV or give us a call to discuss your ideal position, with our dedicated team.

Dovetail and Slate is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, applicants, and clients to share this commitment.

This role may involve work with under 18's or vulnerable adults. Any appointment will be made subject to strict vetting and screening checks and receipt of a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. Dovetail and Slate ltd acts as an Employment Agency (perm) and an Employment Business (temp/contract).

Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency.

Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency.

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