Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

The Board of Directors of Coleg Sir Gar and Coleg Ceredigion are committed to appointing the very best staff who achieve excellence in their work. Working to the values and behaviours that underpin the strategic plan and business of the institution, the College seeks staff that display creativity and innovation, whilst driving their own performance, and the performance of others, to provide the very best experience and service to learners.

The main purpose of the post is to provide support to individual and/or groups of students with a range of learning difficulties & disabilities or other support needs. We're proud of our inclusive and learner-focused environment. We are looking for a compassionate, committed, and proactive Learning Support Assistant to join our team in Aberystwyth — someone who can help learners with a wide range of additional needs thrive and achieve their full potential.

If you are passionate about supporting others, have great interpersonal skills, and want to work in a rewarding and dynamic environment — we'd love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide in-class and individual support to students with learning difficulties, disabilities, or other additional needs.
• Help learners develop confidence, independence, and strong study skills.
• Work closely with course teams and learning support coordinators to tailor support that meets each student's unique needs.
• Support learners with organisation, research skills, ICT use, and assignment preparation.
• Participate in trips, training, quality improvement activities, and contribute to the overall learner experience.

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

Welsh Language Requirements:

• Welsh Oracy (Listening/Speaking) - Level 2 Essential
• Welsh Literacy (Writing/Reading) - Level 2 Essential

Essential Criteria:

• Appropriate Qualifications to Level 3
• GCSE English and Mathematics at minimum Grade C or O Level Equivalent
• A positive, adaptable, and empathetic approach
• Strong communication and IT skills
• A genuine desire to make a difference in young people's lives
• Ability to work harmoniously with colleagues

Desirable Criteria:

• Basic Skills Learning Support Assistants Level 2 Qualification (if you do not have the qualification you will be expected to complete the course within 2 years from appointment)
• First Aid at Work Qualified (If you do not have the qualification you will be expected to complete the course within 2 years from appointment)
• Relevant experience of working with people with learning difficulties and/or disabilities

Benefits

• You will receive 28 days holiday, plus bank holidays and five closure days which totals at 41 days holiday per year. You also receive an additional 4 days after 5 years service.
• Extremely generous pension scheme with employer contributions of 20%.
• Award-winning professional learning and development programme.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free on-site car parking
• Online and instore retail discounts

About Coleg Sir Gâr and Coleg Ceredigion

Coleg Sir Gâr was created in 1985 and became a corporate institution in 1993. In 2013 it became Coleg Sir Gar Ltd, a company within the University of Wales: Trinity Saint David Group, and part of a regional Dual Sector University. The College has an annual turnover of over £35m and employs around 800 staff. Coleg Ceredigion was created in 1985 and became a corporate institution in 1993. The college merged with the University of Wales Trinity Saint David as a subsidiary company in 2014. The college has an annual turnover of £6m and employs around 180 staff.

The College is based in South West Wales and has seven main campuses at Llanelli (Graig), Carmarthen (Pibwrlwyd and Jobs Well), Ammanford, Llandeilo (Gelli Aur), Aberystwyth and Cardigan. The College is also home to Carmarthen School of Art which has its origins dating back to 1854. Inspiring Learners Fulfilling Potential Achieving Excellence