Learning Assistant (Full time and Part Time) - GLA16051

GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL AND ARMS LENGTH ORGANISATION; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday

LGPS pension

Employee support program

Discounts

Cycle-to-work

Flexible work policies

Job summary

Glasgow City Council and Arms Length Organisation is hiring Learning Assistant (Youth) on a permanent basis, with hybrid working across Glasgow. The role supports youth work within the Wellbeing, Youth and Community Development team, delivering activities to help young people learn, grow and participate in their communities.

The post requires PVG membership for appointment, evening and weekend work, and a commitment to inclusive, engaging programmes.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a youth work setting.
• PVG membership required on appointment.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a locality team under Libraries and Communities Officer.
• Engage with young people in communities, schools, and venues using diverse approaches.
• Contribute to Youth Work initiatives and activities to support learning and development.

Skills

Youth work experience

Job description

Learning Assistant (Full time and Part Time) - GLA16051

Company:

Company: GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL AND ARMS LENGTH ORGANISATION

We believe everyone deserves a great Glasgow life and that starts with the people who work here.

Glasgow Life is a charity like no other. Our vision is to improve the lives of everyone in our city. To help us achieve that, we are looking for 3 Learning Assistant (Youth) to join our Wellbeing, Youth and Community Development team.

Our teams focus on making a real difference through culture and sport in Glasgow. If you’re excited by the idea of being part of that, this could be the job for you.

What you need to know

Hours: 2 x 35 hours per week, 1 x 21 hours per week. This role is working over 5 days a week, you will be required to work evening and weekends to meet identified service need.

Contract type: Permanent

Location: Hybrid. You will spend part of your week at home, and part of your week in one of our offices or delivery venues.

Membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme will be essential on taking up appointment. Please note successful candidates for the above position will be required to pay for their PVG Membership/or Scheme Checks.

These posts are excepted under Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013 (as amended).

What you’ll do

As a Learning Assistant (Youth) you’ll be a part of a locality team, reporting to the Libraries and Communities Officer. You’ll play an essential role in Youth Work, Youth work is an educational practice contributing to young people’s learning and development. Youth work engages with young people within their communities; it acknowledges the wider networks of peers, community and culture; it supports the young person to realise their potential and to address life’s challenges critically and creatively; it takes account of all strands of diversity. Youth work takes place in a variety of settings including community venues, uniformed groups, schools and on the streets, whilst using numerous approaches such as outdoor pursuits, drama workshops, health initiatives, peer education and single issue and single gender work to engage with young people. Your work will make a visible and lasting difference. This could be:

• Supporting our communities
• Creating cultural experiences
• Or working behind the scenes to make it all happen

Who you are

We’re looking for someone with the right skills who brings energy to the role. If the following sounds like you, apply today!

• Experience of working in a youth work setting

Download the Person Specification in the Job Attachments section on MyJobScotland. Use this to shape your application and show how your experience aligns with the job.

When selecting candidates for interviews, managers will look for candidates who meet all the ‘essential’ criteria listed in the Person Specification. If there are many candidates, they may also consider desirable skills. So, include those if they apply to you.

What we offer

At Glasgow Life, our work changes lives. As a charity, we bring communities together and support wellbeing through sport, culture, heritage, and learning.

Learn more about Glasgow Life in our 10 Facts video in the Further Information section on MyJobScotland.

We support

you to live a great life. Inside and outside of work. Some of our benefits include:

Holiday

When you join, you’ll get 30 days’ holiday. Plus 6.5 public holidays if you’re full-time. This increases to 35 days after 5 years of service.

Fancy a bit more time off? You can buy extra holiday too!

Pension

Join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) – a Defined Benefit scheme that provides you with a secure pension for later life.

Support

Sometimes we all need support and a listening ear. Our free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme can support your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing.

Discounts

As a colleague, you can enjoy discounts on the things you love, from Glasgow Club memberships to our museum shops and our online store. We are also part of the cycle-to-work scheme, helping you stay active.

Flexibility and development

We are proud of our flexible and inclusive work policies, which help you balance work and life. We also offer support for learning, development and career progression.

Please note that Glasgow Life is an Arm’s Length External Organisation to Glasgow City Council. We are currently completing a Job Evaluation exercise and introducing a new pay and grading structure. This may impact current salaries quoted in job adverts. To learn more, visit -

https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/jobevaluation.

What’s next

To get started, complete our short application form. In this, you’ll fill out:

• Work history
• Qualifications/training
• Key questions like "Why are you a good fit for this role?"

Use the Person Specification in the Job Attachments section to guide your answers.

The closing date for this job is 11.59pm on 1st November 2026, Interviews are provisionally scheduled for w/c 16 November 2026.

Who We Are

Our Libraries and Communities service is at the heart of life in Glasgow, providing welcoming spaces where everyone can learn, connect, and get support. Our Libraries are free, open to all, and offer places to read, relax, learn, and access digital resources. They help bridge the digital divide and provide practical support for people of all ages and backgrounds. Complementing this, our Communities teams provide safe, local spaces for learning, wellbeing, and connection. From drop-in sessions to lifelong learning programmes, they support every community across the city. Together, our Libraries and Communities services create inclusive places that enrich lives across Glasgow. Read more here -

https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/libraries and

https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/communities

Diversity and Fair Work at Glasgow Life

We’re working to build a team that reflects the rich diversity of Glasgow’s communities — where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to be their full, authentic selves at work.

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident and Carer Positive employer, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Learn more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here:

We’re also committed to Fair Work First principles, including effective voice, opportunity, security, fulfilment and respect for all our staff. Learn more about our approach to Fair Work First here:

We’re working hard to address underrepresentation in our workforce. We especially welcome applications from people with disabilities and from ethnic minority communities.

We’re excited to hear from you. Let’s shape a great Glasgow life — together.

Further Information

For further information about working for us please refer to our website

https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/work-with-us

GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL AND ARMS LENGTH ORGANISATION

GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL AND ARMS LENGTH ORGANISATION

GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL AND ARMS LENGTH ORGANISATION