Westminster Kingsway College are looking to recruit an experienced Learning Support Worker to work at our Kings Cross campus.
This role is fixed term until 30th June 2026.
About the Role:
The Learning Support Worker will be required to support learners with EHCPs who have support and learning needs. Students range from those with moderate learning disabilities, Autistic spectrum, social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH). The role will have elements of 1-1 support as well as group work to help achieve the academic needs of these students. Working with the wider ALS team, the role will involve creating relationships with students that encourages their academic, emotional and social growth.
About you:
You will have some experience supporting young people with disabilities and/or learning difficulties in an education setting. You will be able to support and encourage higher levels of social skills and demonstrate techniques that improve learning. You will be patient, empathetic and be adept at de-escalation where necessary. You will be able to understand the needs of the students and provide the appropriate support to develop their ability to learn efficiently. You will be able to work in a team and provide sufficient support to the classroom lead.
If you feel you have the skills to contribute to the development of our students and want an exciting role in a highly supportive environment, then please apply.
About Us:
Capital City College (CCC) is London's largest further education and training provider, with around 35,000 students and an annual income of £120m. CCC has 10 college sites across central and north London for 16-18 year-olds, adult learners, apprentices and businesses. It has nationally recognised specialisms in areas such as construction, digital technology, healthcare, hospitality, rail engineering and science. CCC gained a 'good' Ofsted grade in February 2023 including being awarded 'strong' (the highest grade) in its contribution to meeting skills needs.
Closing date: 1st May 2025
Interview date: TBC
We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of young people and adults and follow Safer Recruitment processes. All successful candidates will need to complete a DBS check, with some roles requiring an Enhanced check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working for us; this will depend on the circumstances of any offences. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all our activities for everyone who learns and works here. We respect and value differences and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
Safeguarding Statement:
WKCIC is committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Equality & Diversity:
We value the diversity of our staff and learners who come from different cultural, religious and ethnic backgrounds. This diversity is the source of our strength as our differences enable us to be innovative and creative in the way we work.
Through our curriculum and employment policies, procedures and practices, we embrace equality and successfully celebrate the diversity of our staff and learners, who are encouraged and supported to share different aspects of their identity.
We are proud to display the 'two ticks' symbol, to be a Stonewall Diversity Champion, and members of the Network for Black Professionals, and the Women’s Leadership Network.
Our aim is to recruit the best staff possible and to deliver first class teaching to our learners. We are one of the few Colleges to employ an Equality & Diversity Manager whose goal it is to monitor and measure the steps taken to make sure we have an inclusive and safe learning and working environment.
We are committed to equality and diversity, and expect our staff to share this commitment.