Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant – Life Skills & Preparation for Adulthood (SEND)
📍 Wycombe Area | 💼 Term Time Only (37 hours/week, 38 weeks/year) | 📅 Permanent

Are you motivated, compassionate, and committed to empowering young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to build confidence, independence, and essential life skills? If so, we want to hear from you.

On behalf of a thriving college in the Wycombe area, we’re seeking a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join their dedicated Foundation Learning team, supporting young people-primarily with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)-as they develop the skills they need for adult life.

This is a term-time only position working 37 hours per week across 38 weeks per year, perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact within a flexible working structure.

🌟 About the Role:

As an LSA, you will support learners aged 16-25 with SEND across classroom activities and real-world experiences. You’ll help them gain confidence in areas such as:

• Communication and social interaction

• Travel training and community access

• Timekeeping and money management

• Personal care routines (where appropriate)

• Employability and independence

You’ll also assist with small group outings into the local community-trips to museums, parks, or local shops that form part of a rich and engaging life skills curriculum.

✅ What We’re Looking For:

• A genuine passion for supporting young people with SEND, particularly those with ASD

• Patience, positivity, and a proactive attitude

• Experience working in education or care settings is a plus, but not essential

• A team player who is committed to learner wellbeing and development

💼 What’s in It for You?

You’ll be part of a supportive, inclusive team that values personal growth and professional development. Staff are encouraged to expand their skill set and are offered a comprehensive induction and continuous training opportunities.

Benefits include:

• LGPS Pension Scheme (21% employer contribution)

• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata for term-time)

• Access to extensive training and CPD

• Flexible working and wellbeing support

• Discounts on nursery care, hair & beauty services, and local businesses

• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support

• Cycle-to-work scheme

Join a college with a strong community presence, where every learner’s journey matters. Make a real difference-one life skill at a time.

Apply today and help young people with SEND prepare for brighter, more independent futures.

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.