Learning Manager

GSL Education; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education South Yorkshire Branch in Wakefield is seeking a Learning Manager to coordinate learning support and boost student engagement. You will work with school staff to maintain high learning standards and ensure students stay on track.

The role suits an organised, proactive individual with DBS checks in place or willingness to apply. This is a long-term/ day-to-day, full-time or part-time position, commencing ASAP.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a school, education or learning support environment is desirable.
• Experience coordinating or supporting students would be advantageous.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Confident communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to motivate and encourage young people.
• A proactive and solution-focused approach is essential for being a Learning Manager.
• Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Support students in accessing and engaging with their learning.
• Monitor student progress, attendance and participation where required.
• Help coordinate learning activities and support programmes.
• Work closely with teachers and support staff to identify students' needs.
• Encourage positive attitudes towards learning and personal development.
• Help maintain clear expectations and effective learning routines.
• Communicate relevant progress or concerns with appropriate staff.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivating young people

Proactive mindset

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

Job title: Learning Manager

Location: Wakefield (WF1)

Salary: £110-£130 per day (depending on experience)

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Long-Term/ Day-to-day, Full-Time / Part-Time

Are you organised, proactive and passionate about helping students stay on track with their learning?

GSL Education South Yorkshire Branch are currently seeking an organised and supportive Learning Manager to work with a school in Wakefield (WF1). This role is ideal for someone who can coordinate learning support, encourage student engagement and help maintain high standards across the learning environment.

Your role as a Learning Manager:

• Support students in accessing and engaging with their learning.
• Monitor student progress, attendance and participation where required.
• Help coordinate learning activities and support programmes.
• Work closely with teachers and support staff to identify students' needs.
• Encourage positive attitudes towards learning and personal development.
• Help maintain clear expectations and effective learning routines.
• Communicate relevant progress or concerns with appropriate staff.

Requirements for the Learning Manager role:

• Previous experience in a school, education or learning support environment is desirable.
• Experience coordinating or supporting students would be advantageous.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Confident communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to motivate and encourage young people.
• A proactive and solution-focused approach is essential for being a Learning Manager.
• Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

Benefits:

• Dedicated consultant support.
• Access to suitable education opportunities across South Yorkshire.
• Competitive daily rates.
• Continuous guidance and support from an experienced education team.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across South Yorkshire.