Learning Support Assistant
Closing in 15 days (23 October 2025 11:59 pm)
Job details
Salary: £16,099 per annum (Actual)
Employer: University Centre Somerset College Group
Location: Cannington, Bridgwater, Somerset,
Contract type: Permanent, Term time
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 23 October 2025 11:59 pm
About the job
Key information
Based at Cannington College
What will I be doing?
The Additional Learning Support area is responsible for providing additional learning support across the College to full and part-time learners and supports approximately 1000 students on courses of all levels. Our aim is for all students with additional support needs to have equal access to the curriculum and work towards meeting their full potential with our support. These may have a range of learning difficulties/disabilities which include specific learning difficulties, autistic spectrum, ADHD/ADD Visual Impairment, Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Social, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties, Physical Disabilities, and mental Health Issues.
Additional Learning Support has a dedicated, highly qualified and experienced team. The staff work closely with Cross College staff in organising and implementing a wide range of support programmes each tailored to the needs of individual learners. We can offer Specialist Teaching, Specialist Assignment Support, In-class Support, Small Group Workshops, Equipment Support, Specialist Counselling, Mentoring, Exam Access Arrangements, and Assistive Technology Support.
What is in it for me?
The College group offers a range of benefits including a defined benefit pension scheme. Please see our website for further details