Library and Study Skills Assistant

LEYTON SIXTH FORM COLLEGE; London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

LEYTON SIXTH FORM COLLEGE is seeking a Library and Study Skills Assistant to enhance their literacy and learning programs. This role involves promoting reading, facilitating student engagement, and supporting academic achievement within a diverse educational environment. The position requires strong communication skills and a commitment to student success.

Benefits

Wide range of staff benefits

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and a track record of sustained improvement.
• Committed to student-centered learning and raising students' aspirations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Library’s promotion of wider reading.
• Assist with enrichment activities and liaise with subject areas.

Skills

Communication skills

Student-centered learning commitment

Job description

Library and Study Skills Assistant

Start date: Wednesday 20th August 2025

Salary: £26,421- £28,426 per annum inclusive of London weighting

Contract: 36 hours per week, term time only plus 10 days (0.908fte) x1 post and 20 hours per week,term time only plus 10 days (0.505fte) x 1 post

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-to-day 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.

We are currently seeking an exceptional library and study skills assistant. 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, assist with enrichment activities and liaise with subject areas to ensure that our learning resources are used effectively. The role is varied and will offer a rewarding opportunity to enable our students to achieve their full academic potential.

In addition, 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.

In return we offer a wide range of staff benefits and the opportunity to work within a thriving learning community.

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 visit the job vacancies page on our website: https://www.leyton.ac.uk/work-with-us/vacancies/

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 email [e-mail] or call us on 020 8928 9000

Closing date for applications: Sunday 29th June 2025.

Interview date: Monday 7th July2025.

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