Learning Support Assistant

Tyne Coast College Cross College

Student Services Safeguarding and Inclusion

Learning Support Assistant RTF2526-12

Permanent

Part Time

Up to 30 hours per week various hours available.

Term Time Only (37 weeks)

Professional Services Salary Scale 3

Spine points 8-11

Actual salary for 30 hours term time only 37 weeks is 16685.99

Actual part time salary will be dependent on working hours agreed.

Please specify within your personal statement thenumber of hours you are interested in as well as thelocation you would prefer.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of learners with learning difficulties and/or disabilities (SEND) Do you thrive in a supportive well-resourced environment where your contribution truly matters

At Tyne Coast College we pride ourselves on ourexcellent facilitiesand adedicated knowledgeable teamwho work collaboratively to support every learners journey. We are currently seekingLearning Support Assistantsto join our inclusive and learner-focused team.

What Youll Do:

• Provide tailored support to learners with a range of disabilities both in group settings and one-to-one.
• Assist in the delivery of learning programmes including support with Maths and English.
• Foster a positive respectful and inclusive learning environment.
• Work closely with teaching staff and support teams to ensure learners reach their full potential.

Essential Requirements:

• Recent experience in a Further Education (FE) setting.
• Experience supporting across a range of disabilities.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English at Grade C/Level 2 or willingness to work towards.
• Relevant subject specialist qualifications or training (e.g. Supporting Teaching and Learning Level 2 CACHE Level 2 SaLT Makaton BSL Moving and Handling).
• Strong communication and ICT skills.
• A positive empathetic attitude and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Desirable:

• Experience supporting learners with behaviours that challenge.
• Experience supporting learners in Maths and English.
• Level 3 Diploma in Education and Training.
• Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Awareness of current developments in Further Education and SEND.

Why Join Us

• Work in a college withwell-equipped purpose-built facilitiesdesigned to support inclusive learning.
• Be part of afriendly supportive teamcommitted to professional development and learner success.
• Access to alocal government pension schemeon-site parking andcatering facilities.
• Opportunities forongoing training and career development.
• Half day working on a Friday start your weekend early!

Closing Date: Friday 19th December 2025

Tyne Coast College comprises South Tyneside College Tyne Metropolitan College and South Shields Marine School.

We offer a vast range of educational opportunities for those aged 14 to adults - including a wide range of employer-led vocational programmes Apprenticeships Higher Education and specialist maritime training.

Our portfolio is multi-award winning with national accolades and a global outstanding reputation for maritime provision. The College has a high performing SEND provision which has been recognised nationally and is a regional specialist in teaching and learning for learners with SEN. The college was rated Good by Ofsted in February 2024.

Tyne Coast College is the North Easts world leading maritime training provider and was awarded the Queens Anniversary Prize for its expertise in creating high-tech under and above water digital scenarios.

As a strong proactive voice in the north east we are passionate about providing a dynamic and diverse curriculum brimming with the essential academic and vocational skills training that enables students to progress on to their chosen careers.

Our motto for a bigger better stronger future for the region encapsulates our commitment to the region the business sector and those living and working in the north east.

Recruiting high-calibre professional staff with vocational credibility is at the core of our success. We are looking for dynamic and innovative individuals with a passion for achieving excellence through delivering a first class quality service at all times.