Learning Services Assistant
Term Time 36.25 hours per week Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm
Term Time Only
Start Date: 19th August 2026
Salary Scale point 8 £26,343 (Actual £22,342)
Closing Date: 23rd June 26
Located 10 miles northwest of Manchester with excellent motorway access, The Sixth Form is a vibrant, highly aspirational, high achieving Sixth Form College of c. 1800 students. A modern building with fantastic facilities, it is located in the newly developed education sector of the town centre and offers a wide range of A Level and Level 3 BTEC programmes.
The Sixth Form Bolton has an exciting opportunity for a Learning Services Assistant that will work as part of the Learning Services team to provide essential support to students with a range of developmental needs and/or disabilities.
A full overview of the duties can be found in the enclosed Job Description.
As one of the highest performing colleges in the North West, The Sixth Form Bolton has a key focus on teaching, learning and assessment. All learners are encouraged to achieve their full potential both academically and personally and we welcome applications from individuals who support this ideal and want to develop a holistic understanding of the education framework.
The successful applicant will be required to:
- Provide help for students in navigating the building
- Work closely with class teachers to facilitate students learning
- Provide personal care to students as required
- Assist in the process of evaluating/monitoring students’ progress and ensuring the successful progression of the student through the curriculum
We can offer you:
- Free Parking (currently fully subsidised)
- Complimentary Hot Beverages
- A modern friendly environment with excellent facilities
- Membership of an occupational pension scheme
- Wellbeing Days
- Structured professional development opportunities and involvement in regular college inset workshops
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Life Day
- Health Benefits scheme
You should refer to the Job Description and Person Specification. Please outline your skills, experience and personal qualities and how they relate to the requirements of the post. Please note that only applicants who meet the criteria of the person specification will be considered.
The Sixth Form Bolton is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applicants must be willing to undergo pre-employment checks. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
The Sixth Form Bolton welcomes applications from all sectors of the community and is an equal opportunities employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: £26,343.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
Work Location: In person
