About the role:
As an online Learning Support Assistant, you will provide online assistance our teachers and faculty staff to support students who requires additional learning support and to ensure learners with SEND/learning support needs have access to the learning materials and resources to enable them to achieve their ultimate goals throughout their learning journey.
Our Learning Support Assistants make a difference in the lives of our students with SEN by enabling them to reach their full educational potential. Our tailored pathway programmes, including GCSEs, functional skills, access and distance learning, ensure that all students can overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.
Learning Support Assistants act as role models, adopting our learning philosophy, values and learning techniques to enable our students to progress throughout their course.
This is a causal contract, working hybrid/remote, starting September 2026. The role may require you to work weekends and evenings depending on the learner needs, so flexibility around working hours is essential.
What do you need to be a successful Online Student Support Assistant at Activate Learning?
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Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with tutors and colleagues to support the successful delivery of further education programmes.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and confidence in using a range of digital platforms and systems.
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Access to a personal IT device is preferred but not essential.
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Ability to work independently while also contributing positively as part of a team.
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Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to respond to changing priorities and learner needs.
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A creative and innovative approach to engaging and motivating learners and providing effective support.
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Patience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to supporting students with diverse learning needs.
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Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or supporting learners with Special Educational Needs (SEN) would be advantageous but is not essential.
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:
Here are some of our benefits:
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Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
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Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
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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.
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Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
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Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.
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Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for AL staff
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Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave
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Flexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote, term time only, and flexible working patterns.
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Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
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On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.
For a comprehensive list of all of our benefits & wellbeing offering, please visit ourwork-with-us/wellbeing
Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.
Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.
Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.
Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.
Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.
