Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

Do you have experience of supporting people with learning difficulties and/or disabilities in an educational environment?

Lancaster & Morecambe College are looking for individuals who relate well to young people and adults, show an understanding of learning needs, promote inclusive learning and have a genuine desire to support students both inside and outside the classroom. Working across a range of courses, you will demonstrate a positive, sensitive and practical attitude which will empower learners and promote independence.

Willing to work flexibly, you will possess good I.T skills and have GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) or be willing to work towards this.

Benefits of this post include:

• Local Government Pension Scheme (employer contribution 9.3%)
• Generous leave entitlement (28 days pro rata, plus Bank Holiday entitlement and College Closure Days)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Opportunities for continuing professional development
• Strong staff support services

Lancaster and Morecambe College are a thriving FE College and justifiably proud of the strong links with our local community. Located between Lancaster and Morecambe, we are proud to be our community’s provider of technical, professional and creative education.

All posts are subject to a DBS Disclosure in line with our policy of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners. Any specific Safeguarding duties applicable to this post are outlined in the job description.

Closing date: Wednesday, 14th October 2026

Our reference: SE4275

Vacancy: Learning Support Assistant

Location: Lancaster

Salary: £24,932 per annum, pro rata

Hours: Up to 30 hours per week, term-time only (Casual and Permanent contracts available)

Smart Hire are advertising on behalf of Lancaster and Morecambe College.