Learning Facillitator

The Bedford College Group; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Pension

Retail & leisure discounts

Professional development opportunities

Access to college courses

Job summary

The Bedford College Group is seeking a Learning Facilitator at the Dunstable campus to support Foundation Learning and Additional Learning Support. You will deliver study skills and literacy/numeracy support, while maintaining records and working across campuses to promote inclusion and safeguarding.

Applicants should have Level 3 or above with GCSE English and Maths and a strong commitment to safeguarding, diversity, and professional development.

Qualifications

• Educated to Level 3 or above with GCSE English and Maths.
• Experience supporting learners with learning difficulties and disabilities.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, equality, and inclusive practice.
• Experience maintaining accurate records and supporting educational processes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver study skills, literacy and numeracy support one-to-one or in small groups.
• Help students achieve learning goals and independence.
• Maintain accurate records and manage documentation.

Skills

Level 3+

GCSE English & Maths

Support learners with learning diffic

Safeguarding & inclusive practice

Communication & teamwork

Education

Level 3 or above

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role: Learning Facilitator

Location: Dunstable Campus

Salary/Benefits: Salary is between £27,717 and £32,515 per annum DOE and Qualifications, 27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays,People’s Pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.

37 Hours per week | 40 Weeks per year:

Contract Type: Permanent – Term Time

This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.

About the role:

We are currently seeking a Learning Facilitator to join our Foundation Learning & Additional Learning Support department at The Bedford College Group.

As a Learning Facilitator you play an important role in the success of our students through:

Qualifications & Specialist Knowledge - Educated to Level 3 or above with GCSE English and Maths, experience supporting learners with learning difficulties and disabilities, and a strong understanding of safeguarding, equality, and inclusive practice.

Learning Support & Student Development - Proven ability to deliver study skills, literacy and numeracy support on a one-to-one or small group basis, helping students achieve their learning goals and independence.

Administrative & Technical Skills - Experienced in maintaining accurate records, managing documentation, using Microsoft Office applications, and supporting educational processes within a busy environment.

Communication & Teamwork - Strong interpersonal, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships, work collaboratively, meet deadlines, and contribute to a welcoming and supportive learning environment.

Safeguarding & Professional Commitment - Committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, promoting equality and diversity, undertaking ongoing professional development, and demonstrating flexibility, adaptability, and professionalism across multiple locations.

About you:

• Qualifications & Specialist Knowledge - Educated to Level 3 or above with GCSE English and Maths, experience supporting learners with learning difficulties and disabilities, and a strong understanding of safeguarding, equality, and inclusive practice.
• Learning Support & Student Development - Proven ability to deliver study skills, literacy and numeracy support on a one-to-one or small group basis, helping students achieve their learning goals and independence.
• Administrative & Technical Skills - Experienced in maintaining accurate records, managing documentation, using Microsoft Office applications, and supporting educational processes within a busy environment.
• Communication & Teamwork - Strong interpersonal, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships, work collaboratively, meet deadlines, and contribute to a welcoming and supportive learning environment.
• Safeguarding & Professional Commitment - Committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, promoting equality and diversity, undertaking ongoing professional development, and demonstrating flexibility, adaptability, and professionalism across multiple locations.

For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.

Interviews to be held:

25th August 2026

le to demonstrate alignment to our organisational VISION values:

• Valuing Teamwork - We are one team who by working together can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
• Improving Continuously - We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
• Student Centred - At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
• Inclusive - We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
• Open and Caring - We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other.
• Nurturing Education Excellence - We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.

About The Bedford College Group

The Bedford College Group was formed in 2017 following the merger of Bedford College and Tresham College and is now the largest provider of education in the South East Midlands, with over 15,000 students passing through our doors each year.

Today, the Group is made up of a family of colleges across Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire: Bedford College, Central Bedfordshire College and Tresham College in the towns of Bedford, Dunstable, Leighton Buzzard, Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough; Shuttleworth College, a specialist land-based college; The Bedford Sixth Form, (the only dedicated sixth form in Bedford); The Corby Sixth Form, (opened in September 2023); and the National College for Motorsport alongside Silverstone race circuit. To widen accessibility to education and training, the Group also has community-based Learning Centres in Bedford, Corby and Kettering which offer IT training.

Safeguarding our Students

The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to thorough vetting process which includes, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. The Bedford College Group's policy on Employment of Ex-Offenders is attached to this vacancy.

Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.

Terms and Conditions - BCPS

• 37 hours per week (1.0 FTE)
• 27 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays
• Peoples Pension
• Retail and leisure discounts