Learning Support Officer (with Personal Care and Personal Support)

inploi; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Rochdale is seeking a Learning Support Officer to provide essential support to students, including those with Special Educational Needs. The ideal candidate is compassionate and resilient, capable of guiding students towards independence during their academic journey. This role offers a fixed-term contract with opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a significant impact on students' lives.

Benefits

Access to professional development

Supportive team culture

Opportunity to change lives

Qualifications

• Experience in providing academic and personal care support.
• Ability to adapt to different learner needs.
• Experience in an educational support setting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Chaperone and care for vulnerable students.
• Assist with personal care where required.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and parents.

Skills

Compassionate

Resilient

Student-focused

Adaptability

Positive role model

Job description

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

Learning Support Officer (with Personal Care and Personal Support)
Start Date: 21 August 2025
Salary: Sixth Form Colleges Support Staff Pay Spine Point 8 11. Actual for TTO + 1 week £22,445 - £24,396
Contract: 37 hours per week | Term Time Only + 1 week | 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 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:

• 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.

Applicants are informed that if appointed to this post their contract of employment will be with the school governing board who is the employer, and not Rochdale Council.

Application form
Application pack

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