Learning Support & Care Assistants - Woodlands Centre

Activate Learning is recruiting dedicated, enthusiastic, compassionate and motivated Learning Support & Care Assistants (LSCAs) to support learners with complex learning and care needs at The Woodlands Centre, a specialist SEND facility featuring sensory and therapy rooms, classrooms, and gardens.

Our team supports learners who face barriers to education, including young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Our programme is aimed at young people with high sensory needs and a range of Moderate to Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one or small group support to learners across a variety of activities, including personal care and learning tasks.
• Support learners in developing essential life skills (e.g. independent living, Meal preparation, wellbeing, and functional skills)
• Assist learners in accessing the curriculum and wider college activities in a safe and inclusive way.
• Promote learners' independence, dignity, confidence and self-esteem at all times.
• Work alongside tutors, therapists, and other support staff to deliver person-centred education.
• Support learners with mobility, medical needs, and personal care, where required.
• Help implement individual targets linked to EHCP outcomes and progress tracking systems.

Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract(from August 2026 until July 2027)with the potential to be extended or made permanent.

Working Pattern: We are recruiting for a range of term-time only positions, with the addition of two weeks staff training at the beginning and end of the academic year. Working hours between 08:30 and 17:00, with a minimum of 18 hours per week.

What do you need to be a successful Learning Support and Care Assistant at Activate Learning?

No previous experience is required - your values, attitude and willingness to learn are what matter most. If you have a natural desire to help others, show compassion, and believe everyone deserves the chance to thrive, we want to hear from you!

• Minimum GCSE English and Maths grade C/level 4 or above
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Empathy, patience, and adaptability
• A genuine passion for helping students thrive.
• Previous experience in SEN/Care would be an advantage

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive college community
• Ongoing training and professional development in SEND and specialist support
• Development opportunities within the role can include access to relevant training and apprenticeship pathways, including Level 3 Teaching Assistant programmes.
• Opportunities to develop your career within further education
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference to students’ futures

Who we are

Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.

We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.

When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.

Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.

Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
• Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
• Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
• Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
• Pension Schemes: Local Government pension schemes for AL staff
• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave
• Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
• On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.

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