Activate Learning
Learning Support Assistants
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Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Banbury College × Activate Learning
We are recruiting dedicated, enthusiastic, compassionate, and motivated Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to join our team at Banbury College, where we proudly support students with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND).
Our inclusive college is driven by empowerment—our mission is to help young people and adults reach independence, confidence, and academic success. As part of our LSA support team, you’ll play a critical role in shaping our students’ futures.
About the Role
As a Learning Support Assistant, you’ll collaborate closely with teaching staff to enhance accessibility and engagement for students with diverse needs. Your responsibilities may include supporting learners with:
- Autism
- Learning difficulties
- Physical disabilities
- Social, emotional, and mental health challenges
A supportive, learner-centred environment ensures you make a tangible, positive impact every day.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students—ranging from entry-level courses to GCSEs and Level 3 qualifications
- Assist in accessing the curriculum and achieving individual learning goals based on personalised learning plans
- Support the development of independence, life skills, and employability skills (e.g., public transport, self-care)
- Foster positive behaviour and promote mental health/emotional wellbeing
- Adapt teaching tools and methods to cater to individual needs
- Work collaboratively with tutors, specialist support services, and occupational therapists
- Handle personal care and medication administration where required (training included)
- Attend onboarding training, including:
- Personal care & hygiene support
- Medication handling
- Manual handling safety
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Contract & Working Patterns
- Fixed-term contract (August 2026–July 2027), with potential for continuation or permanent roles
- Term-time only, with 2-week training periods at the start and end of each academic year
- Flexible part-time hours:
- 35 hours/week
- 28 hours/week or 21 hours/week
- Core working hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Requirements
Essential Skills & Qualifications
- GCSE English and Maths (grade C/4 or above)
- A patient, empathetic, and positive approach to disability/special educational needs
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to build trust rapidly with students and colleagues
- Teamwork mindset with a proactive attitude
- Commitment to inclusion principles and safeguarding best practice
Desirable
- Prior experience working with individuals who have SEND (hospitals, respite care, children’s centres)
- First aid training or outgoing personality (creative approaches welcome!)
What We Offer
Impacts & Career Development
- Work in a vibrant, student-centred environment where your contributions matter
- Meaningful impact on students’ confidence, skills, and future pathways
- Opportunities to:
- Progress to Level 3 Teaching Assistant programmes (via apprenticeships or training)
- Join a college leadership team in education support
Employee Benefits
Through Activate Learning, our global learning group invested in diversity and opportunity, you’ll enjoy:
Professional Support & Wellbeing
- Wellbeing resources (mental health guides, therapist access)
- Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards – recognising dedication
- Free eye tests, will-writing services, and Health Cash Plan (covers optical care, dental, physiotherapy, and screenings)
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Training & Development
- Inclusive hiring process – platform ensures accessibility (Vacancies need reasonable adjustments? [Email it])
- Specialist training (safeguarding, SEND strategies)
- Flexible Support Opportunities within the college network
Work Environment
- On-site facilities: refectories, gym access, hair/beauty services, and free parking
- Competitive salary: aligned to Activate’s 12-point pay scale
- Generous annual leave: up to 6 weeks pay
- Safeguarding commitments: all employees undergo higher-level DBS checks
About Activate Learning
We are education innovators. One of the UK’s largest further education providers, empowering learners with pioneering support.
Why work for us?
- Employee-first culture—we trust you to choose pathways for growth
- Diverse, equitable environment—we celebrate talent in all forms
- Community-driven career development: Your ambitions are our ambition
“Providing advantages of a large organisation with a trusted partner in career development, Activate Learning invests in building a community where everyone can thrive”.
Application Details
- Apply early—rolling shortlisting means opportunities close quickly
- Nationally accredited Safeguarding Customer Service
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