Login to Apply

Apprenticeship Learning Support Assistant - Part Time, Term Time

19.5 hours per week, 37 weeks per annum £10,032

Burton on Trent, Town Centre Campus

Who are we looking for?

Are you a positive, patient and hardworking team player with excellent communication skills and an adaptable and professional attitude? We are looking for someone to join our ALS team to support EHCP learners and other supported learners across several Apprenticeship programmes in the development of study skills and promoting independence to help ensure maximum learner achievement. 

Patience, enthusiasm and a good sense of humour are highly desirable attributes for this role. 

An employer background would be advantageous. The needs of the areas and amount of Apprentices fluctuates constantly so flexibility is essential.  

Your hours will be spread across 3 days (9.00 – 4.30).  These are currently planned to be Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, however one of these days may change to be a Monday if we gain several supported Apprentices in Hairdressing.

Apprenticeship areas each day:

Tuesday – Teacher Training/Catering

Wednesday – Motor Vehicle

Thursday – Engineering/Business

Applicants should be qualified to, or willing to work towards, Level 2 English and Maths. Evidence of qualifications is required.

For more information please contact

Why come and work for us?

Burton and South Derbyshire College is an Ofsted outstanding College. We value our employees and have a number of additional benefits to offer the successful applicant: 

Generous pension schemes for academic and support staff

Generous holiday plans

Free Employee Assistance Programme 

Flexible working policies

Competitive maternity, paternity and adoption leave 

Excellent staff training programme, including two staff development days per year

On-site nursery with Good Ofsted rating

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free annual eye tests

Access to our onsite gym

Staff discounts at our fine dining restaurant, The Mulberry, our Mulberry Bistro and Innovations Hair and Beauty salon 

Reward and recognition through our Employee of the Month scheme

Burton and South Derbyshire College are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture and you should share those values.  We would welcome applications from all candidates, including under-represented groups in respect of age, disability, sex, gender or gender identity, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation or transgender status which would reflect our diverse community.

The College is registered with the Disclosure and Barring Service and the successful applicants for this post will be required to apply for the Disclosure at the enhanced level. In addition, internet searches will be undertaken in accordance with the KCSIE guidance. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are committed to a sustainability agenda and are working hard towards achieving a net zero environmental impact. We aim to embed this in our culture with our staff, learners, visitors and suppliers all expected to show dedication towards reducing our carbon footprint.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon, Thursday 7th November 2024.  Please see our “Work For Us” page on the College website for more information on how to complete the application.  Please note late applications are not acceptable