Learning Support Worker (ALS Bristol)

Role Information:

Reference: REQ001397
Location: Bristol Campuses (WISE Campus & Filton Campus) 
FTE Salary: £25,287.00 
Actual Salary for 28 hours: £16,180.71 
Actual Salary for 35 hours: £20,225.89
Contract Type: Permanent, Part-Time, Term-Time only  
Working Hours: Minimum of 28 hours over 4 days or 35 hours over 5 days, 38 weeks per year

The actual salaries are reflecting the 38 annual working weeks and this role is open to job shares and as it is a term-time role it will have all school holidays off.

At SGS, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and communities, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. 

Term-Time Only Contracts will incur a salary adjustment if the start date is after 1st September, the People & Culture Team can advise how that will impact you during the application process. 

Financial Rewards and Benefits: 

• Opportunity to make a positive impact within the community and on learners’ lives 
• Competitive Pension Scheme- Corporate and support roles have access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), a flexible and pension accessible from the age of 55, with generous employer contributions of 16%.   
• Generous Annual leave entitlement plus the 8 bank holidays- 25 days corporate and support functions, increasing to 30 days after 5 academic years’ service (Full-Time Equivalent). 
• Two weeks leave during the Christmas closedown period largely supported by the discretionary closure days provided by the College.  
• Extensive professional development with ongoing support for your personal & professional development, including 25% tuition discount for immediate family of SGS employees.   
• Family friendly policies and a proven commitment to supporting flexible working practices 
• Access to ‘My Lifestyle’ discounted shopping benefits, cycle to work scheme and a Technology Salary Sacrifice Scheme 
• Free Annual Eye test  
• All staff members can buy a TOTUM card (formerly known as NUS Extra cards), as part of being an affiliate member of the Students' Union  
• Staff have access and supported to be part of inclusive or sustainable staff networks and communities  
• Free car parking at all campuses (Except Queens Road Art School)
• Access to a wide variety of external health and wellbeing resources 
• Subsidised onsite catering services including Costa Coffee 

South Gloucestershire & Stroud College has an excellent reputation for delivering further education and work-based programmes in a range of subjects – from business to sport, construction to media, GCSE’s and A Levels to Honour Degree level programmes.  

Our experienced and passionate staff work hard to help students and colleagues achieve their personal challenges and career goals. We are proud of SGS and committed to making the College the best it can be. We are currently working hard to achieve “Outstanding” status after being classified as “Good” in our last inspection. For more information, please visit https://www.sgscol.ac.uk/  

Are you passionate about making a real difference in learners’ lives? SGS College is seeking enthusiastic individuals to become an integral part of our amazing learning support team. In this rewarding role, you’ll work closely with learners, offering personalised one-to-one and small group guidance in the classroom and across our vibrant College community. You’ll also support through targeted interventions, workshops, trips and work experience!  You’ll empower students to overcome barriers, embrace new challenges, and unlock their full potential by ensuring they can actively engage with every aspect of their education. You will be part of the team that provide high-quality support to learners with a variety of educational needs, helping them to thrive and enjoy college life.  

This position offers a wonderful opportunity for those who are perhaps aspiring to advance their professional journey towards becoming a teacher or many other roles in a college setting. Equally, it is an inspiring choice for individuals approaching the latter stages of their career, providing an ideal platform to share your wealth of skills and experience. By supporting and guiding the next generation, you can make a meaningful impact, giving learners the very best chance to flourish thanks to your encouragement and expertise. 

Don’t worry if you’ve never supported before, we offer comprehensive training for the role, and regular CPD opportunities throughout the year.  

Join us and be part of a supportive environment where your commitment will help inspire success and foster growth in every learner! 

Key Tasks and Responsibilities 

• To work collaboratively with curriculum staff in-class to support learner progress and achievement in the classroom.  
• To supervise the learners during unstructured times when they are not directly supervised by curriculum staff (e.g. breaks, lunch times, arrivals and departures).  
• To provide out-of-class academic support for learners on an individual or group basis. 
• To complete all necessary administrative duties, such as accurately recording student support, in a constructive manner 

Beneficial Skills & Qualifications 

• Good standard of general education including Maths and English at GCSE Grade C or above (or equivalent), or willingness to upskill.   
• A desirable but not essential is experience of working with young people aged 16-25 with additional needs and/or EHCPs. This experience would preferably be within education, but other experiences related to health, social care or in the community is also very relevant.
• Experience or the willingness to learn Office 365 and its applications 

Please apply online by: Monday 23rd February 2026

Expected Interview Date: To be confirmed

If you have any queries please contact hrservicedesk@sgscol.ac.uk  

SGS College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check, and additional checks and online searches in accordance with KCSIE guidance.