Library and Study Skills Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a Library and Study Skills Assistant in Greater London. The role involves contributing to literacy programs, promoting wider reading, and assisting with enrichment activities for students. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and a commitment to raising student aspirations. The position offers a salary between £27,478 and £29,563 per annum and is part-time, term-time only, reflecting the institution's commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Track record of sustained improvement leading to positive impact on students’ progress.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to literacy and learning programme area.
• Support library's promotion of wider reading.
• Assist with enrichment activities.
• Liaise with subject areas for effective learning resources.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Commitment to student-centred learning

Job description

Library and Study Skills Assistant

Start date: As soon as possible.

Salary: £27,478- £29,563 per annum inclusive of London weighting (PRO RATA)

Contract: 36 hours per week, term time only plus 10 days (0.908fte)

Leyton Sixth Form College offers a wide range of A level and vocational courses to approximately 2,300 full-time 16-19 year old students. We strive to provide high quality education and support to our students in fulfilling their academic potential and becoming thinking, questioning and caring members of society. We are an ambitious, diverse and inclusive College and we are proud of the success and achievements of our students and staff and the contribution that we make to our community. At the heart of our culture and ethos is our commitment to being a responsive, innovative and forward-thinking College and a thriving learning community. In order to realise this commitment in our day‑time work, we have developed a framework of Compassionate Education, a concept which embraces high expectations and inclusive practice, seeks to apply the principles of equity, diversity and belonging in all we do, promotes the importance of positive mental health and wellbeing for all and advances our ambition to be an anti‑racist organisation.

Responsibilities

• You will make a significant contribution to our highly successful literacy and learning programme area.
• You will support the Library’s promotion of wider reading.
• You will assist with enrichment activities.
• You will liaise with subject areas to ensure that our learning resources are used effectively.

Qualifications

• You should have excellent communication skills and a track record of sustained improvement leading to a positive impact on students’ progress.
• You will be committed to student‑centred learning, and to raising the attainment and aspirations of our students.

Leyton Sixth Form College is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to diversifying the background of its workforce and welcomes applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, sexuality, religion, belief or disability.

For further information about the role and how to apply, please download the job description and person specification and follow the link below to our online application process via FE Jobs. Please note that CVs will not be accepted for this role.

For any queries about the role, or any reasonable adjustments required to enable you to apply, please contact us.

Closing date for applications: Monday 12th January 2026.

Interview date: Tuesday 27th January 2026.

Leyton Sixth Form College has a strong commitment to safeguarding students and safer recruitment. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS clearance.