Learning Support Assistant – Mainstream College (Vocational Subjects) Location: Plumstead, SE18 Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm Interviews: ASAP Start Date: September 2026 We are looking for enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join a mainstream college in Plumstead, SE18, supporting students with additional needs including ASD, SEMH, epilepsy, and other complex needs across a variety of vocational subjects. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a college environment, supporting students to access and succeed in practical courses such as: Catering Media Business Mechanics ICT Hairdressing About the Role You will work alongside lecturers and college staff to provide 1:1 and small group support, ensuring students with additional needs can fully participate in their chosen vocational subjects. This role requires a patient, proactive, and flexible individual who can support students with a range of needs while promoting independence, confidence, and personal development. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 or small group support for students with ASD, SEMH, epilepsy, and other additional needs. Support students to engage with practical vocational subjects and classroom learning. Help manage behaviour and implement positive reinforcement strategies where required. Assist students with any additional medical or personal care needs during college hours. Work collaboratively with teaching staff to support individual learning plans. Promote independence, communication, social skills, and confidence in vocational settings. The Ideal Candidate Experience supporting young people with ASD, SEMH, epilepsy, or other additional needs is desirable but not essential. Calm, patient, and adaptable with strong interpersonal skills. Confident supporting students with behaviour needs using positive and proactive strategies. Able to work effectively as part of a team and support across a range of practical subjects. Enthusiastic and committed to helping students reach their full potential. Willingness to learn and develop within a SEND/college support role is welcomed.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Patsy Boguzas on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1031.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Patsy Boguzas&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1031</strong></strong>