Full job descriptionFunctional Skills Learning Support Worker – Sawston (CB22)
Location: Sawston, Cambridgeshire (CB22)
Pay: £110 – £160 per day
Hours: Part-time, Monday to Friday, 9am – 3pm
Contract: Temporary, ongoing
Start date: ASAP
Essential: Driving licence and access to a car


Luma Education Recruitment is recruiting a part-time Learning Support Worker for an education setting in Sawston, south of Cambridge, to help young people with maths, English and Functional Skills. You’ll work one-to-one and in small groups on site, with some outreach sessions with learners in the surrounding villages. Hours are 9am to 3pm, Monday to Friday, starting ASAP on an ongoing basis. A driving licence and access to a car are essential.


About the Setting
The setting is an alternative education provision for young people who learn better outside a mainstream classroom, including learners with SEN and SEMH needs. Each learner follows a personalised plan with a strong focus on maths and English.


The Role
*Support learners one-to-one and in small groups with maths and English
*Help young people work towards Functional Skills qualifications
*Break work into manageable steps and check understanding as you go
*Drive to outreach sessions with learners in the Sawston area
*Record progress and share it with the teaching team


What You’ll Need
*Experience supporting young people with learning, in a school, as a tutor, in youth work or similar
*Maths and English to at least GCSE level
*SEN or SEMH experience is helpful but not essential
*A full UK driving licence and access to a car
You’ll be patient, encouraging and organised, with a calm approach to young people who have found learning difficult.


Why Work with Luma?
*Your own dedicated consultant – personalised support from someone who understands your skills, preferences and career ambitions.
*Market-leading pay rates – competitive rates that recognise your experience and the value you bring.
*Long-term security – access to ongoing contracts and exciting temp-to-perm opportunities.
*Invest in your future – access to ongoing CPD, training and opportunities to develop your skills.
*Reliable weekly payments – prompt, dependable pay with dedicated payroll support.
*Outstanding opportunities – access to rewarding roles across SEN, SEMH, alternative provision and mainstream education.


About Luma Education Recruitment
Luma Education Recruitment is a specialist education recruitment agency connecting exceptional teachers and support staff with schools and specialist settings across the UK. We understand that great education professionals deserve great opportunities, genuine support and a recruitment partner who puts them first.


Luma Education Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates will go through safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS and reference checks.
Luma Education Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.


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