Learning Support Assistant

Do you enjoy helping young people thrive? Are you passionate about making a real difference to students who need a bit of extra support to succeed?

We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our dedicated and supportive team at Callywith College. This role is incredibly rewarding and plays a vital part in shaping the experience, confidence and outcomes of some of our most vulnerable students.

No two days are the same, and the impact you make every day is significant.

Role Profile

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting students in lessons, small groups or individually
• Encouraging independence, confidence and engagement in learning
• Helping students access learning materials and specialist equipment
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff and the wider support team
• Supporting students during trips, enrichment activities and (occasionally) residentials
• Providing personal care support where required (training provided)

Who we’re looking for

This role would suit:

• Experienced Teaching Assistants or LSAs currently working in schools or colleges
• Career changers or individuals new to the sector who are eager to learn and make a difference

We value attitude, empathy and commitment just as much as experience.

You’ll be:

• Friendly, patient and understanding
• A strong team player with good communication skills
• Flexible and able to adapt to students’ changing needs
• Confident using basic IT and happy to undertake training
• You’ll ideally have English and Maths at Level 2 (GCSE or equivalent). Experience supporting students with additional needs is welcome, but not essential, full training and ongoing support will be provided.

Why join Callywith College?

• Be part of a genuinely supportive and welcoming team
• Do work that has a meaningful, visible impact on young people’s lives
• Access training and professional development opportunities
• Work in a college that values inclusion, compassion and student wellbeing

Our Learning Support Assistants are central to student success and valued for the difference they make every day.

Explore the many benefits of working at Callywith College here.

Salary & hours 

£24,975 – £25,251 pro rata (Scale 3, Points 17–20)
Full or part time (4 days per week) roles available
Term-time working (38 weeks worked / 44.09 paid weeks in first year)
To start on 25 August 2026

Safeguarding

Callywith College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check

CLOSING DATE: Tuesday 26th May

Curriculum Vitae are not accepted, Application Forms only.

Successful candidates will be notified within 4 weeks of the closing date.

 

To complete your application and join a college that’s committed to excellence, inclusion and opportunity for all, visit our how to apply page.