Learning Support Assistant

Reports to:        Programme Manager – Learning Support

                              Assistant Programme Manager – Learning Support

Salary:                Support Scale 5 - £27,872 - £29,568 per annum (PRO RATA £24,053 - £25,517 per annum) 

Hours of work:  36 hours per week, term time only

Start date:          19th August 2026

Leyton Sixth Form College offers a wide range of A level and vocational courses to approximately 2,300 full-time 16–19-year-old students. We strive to provide high quality education and support to our students in fulfilling their academic potential and becoming thinking, questioning and caring members of society. We are an ambitious, diverse and inclusive College and we are proud of the success and achievements of our students and staff and the contribution that we make to our community. 

At the heart of our culture and ethos is our commitment to being a responsive, innovative and forward-thinking College and a thriving learning community. In order to realize this commitment in our day-to-day work, we have developed a framework of Compassionate Education, a concept which embraces high expectations and inclusive practice, seeks to apply the principles of equity, diversity and belonging in all we do, promotes the importance of positive mental health and wellbeing for all and advances our ambition to be an anti-racist organization.

We are currently seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant. You will make a significant contribution to our outstanding Learning Support programme area.

Working closely with the teaching staff, you will provide support on a range of courses from entry level one to advanced level three. You will also be required to provide high quality support for GCSE and Functional Skills English and Maths. The role is varied and will offer a rewarding opportunity to guide our students to achieve their full academic potential.

You should have excellent communication and organisational skills, and the ability to work in a supportive and patient manner. You should also have knowledge and an understanding of inclusive education and working with young people who have a range of disabilities and learning difficulties.

In return we offer a wide range of staff benefits and the opportunity to work within a thriving learning community.

Leyton Sixth Form College is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to diversifying the background of its workforce and welcomes applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, sexuality, religion, belief or disability.

We are currently unable to accept applications that require visa sponsorship.

For further information about the role and how to apply, please visit the job vacancies page on our website via the button below:

https://www.leyton.ac.uk/work-with-us

Please note that CVs will not be accepted for this role.

For any queries about the role, or any reasonable adjustments required to enable you to apply, please email jobs@leyton.ac.uk or call us on 020 8928 9000.

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 26th May 2026.

Interview date:                           Tuesday 9th June 2026.

Leyton Sixth Form College has a strong commitment to safeguarding students and safer recruitment. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS clearance.