Learning Support Officer (with Personal Care and Personal Support)

TES FE News; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Altus Education Partnership is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Officer for Rochdale Sixth Form College, an Ofsted outstanding institution. This role focuses on providing essential support to students with special educational needs, aiming to enhance their confidence and independence within a nurturing academic environment. Offering a rewarding opportunity to positively impact the lives of students, you will collaborate closely with educators and families, embodying our values of inclusivity and care.

Benefits

Access to continued professional development

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Ideally experienced in an educational support setting (though not essential).
• Confident in providing both academic and personal care support.
• Willing to work flexibly and go the extra mile for our students.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and group support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Collaborate with teaching staff, parents, and external agencies.
• Play an active role in creating a calm and productive study environment.

Skills

Compassion

Resilience

Student-focused

Adaptability

Independence encouragement

Job description

Job Overview

37 hours per week | Term Time Only + 1 week | Fixed term for 1 year

Start date: 21 August 2025

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 1:1 and group support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Chaperone and care for vulnerable students throughout the day
• Assist with personal care, including toileting, where required
• Support students in developing study skills, confidence, and independence
• Collaborate with teaching staff, parents, and external agencies
• Play an active role in creating a calm and productive study environment
  
  

We’re Looking For Someone Who Is

• Compassionate, resilient, and student-focused
• Confident in providing both academic and personal care support
• Able to adapt to the needs of different learners
• A positive role model who encourages independence and celebrates student success
• Ideally experienced in an educational support setting (though not essential)
• Willing to work flexibly and go the extra mile for our students
  
  

Why Join RSFC?

RSFC is an Ofsted Outstanding college and a beacon of excellence in post-16 education:

• Nationally recognised for high performance and student achievement
• A supportive, friendly and professional team culture
• Strong values of inclusivity, care, creativity and respect
• Access to continued personal and professional development
• The opportunity to truly change lives and help students thrive
  
  

How To Apply

• Complete the Altus Education Partnership application form.
• Submit a supporting statement (max 2 A4 pages) addressing the person specification.
• Email your application to [e-mail]
  
  

Deadline for applications: Friday 15th August 2025 (by 12.00 noon)

Interviews: Week commencing 18th August 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.