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Learning Support Assistant

Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College

Darlington

Salary
£26,343–£29,544 a year (actual)
Applications close
20 Nov 2026

Job details

Salary
£26,343–£29,544 a year (actual)Advert says: £SFCA Support Staff Pay Scale Pt. 8-12: £26,343 - £29,544 pro rata (Actual Salary: £23,642 - £26,516 per annum)
Location
Darlington
Working pattern
Full time · Temporary
Applications close
20 Nov 2026

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As advertised: “£SFCA Support Staff Pay Scale Pt. 8-12: £26,343 - £29,544 pro rata (Actual Salary: £23,642 - £26,516 per annum)”

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About the role

Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential? Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our Learning Support team. Working under the direction of the Head of Additional Learning Support (SENDCo), you will play a vital role in supporting students with specific learning difficulties and disabilities to succeed in their studies and college life. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

  • Support students with specific learning difficulties and disabilities within lessons and across the college.
  • Prepare learning materials and resources to meet individual needs.
  • Assist students in the use of assistive technology to enhance their learning.
  • Help identify and assess student learning support requirements.
  • Maintain accurate records of support provided.
  • Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to ensure students receive the best possible support.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Has experience supporting learners on a one-to-one basis or in groups.
  • Has strong literacy, numeracy and IT skills.
  • Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Understands the learning process and can build effective relationships with young people aged 16-19.
  • Is well organised, adaptable and committed to ongoing professional development.
  • Enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to helping students achieve their potential.
  • Experience of supporting students with additional learning needs would be desirable.

About Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College

Employer name
Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College
Employer type
16 to 19 academy (converter)
Address
Vane Terrace, Darlington, DL3 7AU
Phase
sixth form

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Vane Terrace, Darlington, DL3 7AU

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Job reference
learning-support-assistant-queen-elizabeth-sixth-form-college-darlington-county-durham
Original source
Teaching Vacancies (Department for Education)
Employer type
School
Posted by the original source
5 Nov 2026
Last checked by SchoolJobs
6 Nov 2026

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