Learning Support Technician

Cirencester College; Chesterton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Chesterton is looking for a Learning Support Technician to support students with specific plans. This role involves linking teaching teams and learning support, ensuring high-quality assistance, and collaborating with staff. Candidates should have a good educational background, including GCSE English and Maths, and strong interpersonal skills. A range of benefits is included, such as a pension scheme and generous holidays.

Benefits

LGPS defined benefit pension scheme

Generous holidays

Sick pay scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site car parking

On-site fitness suite

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• A good level of general education, including GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 / C or above.
• Confidence in supporting students in both English and Maths.
• Ability to liaise with staff, external agencies, and parents/carers.

Responsibilities

• Provide the link between teaching teams and learning support.
• Ensure high-quality support for individuals or groups of learners.
• Liaise and consult with teaching and non-teaching staff.

Skills

Team player

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 / C or above

Job description

Overview

Salary: £24,434 to £25,847 per annum (Salary dependent on qualifications and experience). Contract: Full Time, Permanent, TTO (39 weeks). Start Date: Immediate Start Available.

Cirencester College have an exciting new role of Learning Support Technician. This is a great opportunity for an innovative, forward thinking, support worker to join our thriving College and be at the forefront of developing and creating a joined up whole college approach to supporting students. With this role you will be specifically tasked with supporting students with a MyPlan. The successful applicant will have an opportunity to demonstrate their ability to work across college with a wide range of staff and students from all Faculties. You will have the confidence to actively participate in discussions, Faculty and team meetings and reviews relating to the learners that you are supporting.

Responsibilities

• To provide the link between teaching teams and learning support
• To be responsible for the successful high-quality support for individuals or groups of learners in class/out of class and in workshop situations.
• To work effectively as part of the team, liaising, advising and consulting with teaching and non-teaching staff as appropriate

Requirements / Qualifications

• Has a good level of general education, including GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 / C or above, and who would be confident supporting in both areas.
• Has the confidence to liaise with staff, external agencies and parents / carers as required to effectively share information as necessary.
• The ability to truly work as a team player is also essential. The post holder will be expected to demonstrate outstanding organisational and interpersonal skills.

Closing Date

Closing Date: 31st October 2025. PLEASE APPLY NOW - This position will close once sufficient applications are received. We regret that due to the large number of applications we receive we are only able to contact those candidates to be interviewed.

Benefits

• LGPS defined benefit pension scheme - 20.6% college pension contribution, reviewed annually (including life assurance)
• Generous holidays
• Sick pay scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free on-site car parking
• On-site fitness suite
• Refectory and Cycle to Work Scheme

Safeguarding / Equal Opportunities

Cirencester College may carry out online searches during the recruitment process on shortlisted candidates, as part of due diligence checks. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Cirencester College welcomes applications from all sectors of the community and is an equal opportunities employer.