Learning Support Officer (with Personal Care)

Altus Education Partnership; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education partnership is seeking a Learning Support Officer to provide tailored academic and personal care support in classrooms. This role focuses on fostering independence and confidence in students with learning and physical needs, embodying a supportive and collaborative educational environment.

Benefits

Inclusive working culture

Outstanding student outcomes

High-performing organization

Qualifications

• Holds GCSEs in English and Maths.
• Experience supporting learners with SEN/ALN is desirable.
• Committed, reliable, flexible, and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored academic and personal care support to students.
• Deliver 1:1 and small group academic support.
• Adapt resources in liaison with teaching staff.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Teamwork

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade A*-C)

Job description

Learning Support Officer (with Personal Care)

Learning Support Officer (with Personal Care)
Start Date: 21 August 2025
Salary: Sixth Form Colleges Support Staff Pay Spine Point 8–11
Contract: 37 hours per week | Term Time Only + 1 week | Includes late shift once a week until 6pm | Fixed term – 1 year

The Altus Education Partnership was formed in 2017 by the governing body of Rochdale Sixth Form College, an Ofsted outstanding college, currently with around 1900 students. The College opened in 2010 and since then it has raised achievement in the area dramatically, regularly being one of the highest performing colleges in the country.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and passionate Learning Support Officer, who is keen to continuously improve the classroom experience of our students. RSFC has an excellent reputation, and this is a real opportunity for you to make your mark. Clearly, working at RSFC will be demanding. However, as a colleague you will be of great value and importance and in return it is our intention to provide staff with excellent support and the resources to carry out a first class job.

The Role

As a Learning Support Officer, you will:

• Provide tailored academic and personal care support to students with a variety of learning and physical needs.
• Deliver 1:1 and small group academic support, helping students to develop independence and confidence.
• Support classroom learning and help adapt resources in liaison with teaching staff.
• Work within the Achievement Centre to maintain a focused and inclusive learning environment.
• Provide assistance with personal care, including toileting, where necessary.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds GCSEs (Grade A*-C) in English and Maths (essential).
• Has experience supporting learners with SEN/ALN in an educational setting (desirable).
• Shows empathy, patience, and the ability to inspire self-esteem and independence in others.
• Is committed, reliable, flexible, and a true team player.

Why Join RSFC?

• A welcoming, inclusive, and supportive working culture.
• Outstanding student outcomes and an environment built on respect and ambition.
• The opportunity to work in a high-performing, values-led organisation as part of the Altus Education Partnership.

How to Apply

• Complete the Altus Education Partnership application form.
• Submit a supporting statement (max 2 A4 pages) addressing the person specification.

Deadline for applications: Friday 27 June 2025 (by 12.00 noon)
Interviews: Week commencing 30 June 2025

Altus EDUCATION Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

In accordance with the recommendations set out in KCSIE the Trust carries out online searches on shortlisted candidates.

Rochdale Sixth Form College, College Road, Rochdale, OL12 6HY

For further information about this vacancy please contact us using Ref: RSFC-LSO.

Rochdale Sixth Form College, College Road, Rochdale, OL12 6HY

For further information about this vacancy please contact us using Ref: RSFC-LSO.