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Learning and Support Worker

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United Kingdom , Wetherby

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Employment contract

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Salary:

25877.80 - 27041.04 GBP / Year

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Learning Support Worker to provide high‑quality support and liaison for learners engaged in Open University and distance‑learning programmes. The ideal candidate will offer personalised academic and organisational assistance, help with course requirements and act as a key point of communication between students, tutors, and partner organisations. You will play a vital role in promoting independence, confidence, and successful study habits, ensuring learners have the guidance and encouragement needed to achieve their goals. This role is offered on a permanent, part-time basis, working 18.5 hours per week at HMP Wealstun.

Job Responsibility:

  • Provide high‑quality support and liaison for learners engaged in Open University and distance‑learning programmes
  • Offer personalised academic and organisational assistance
  • Help with course requirements
  • Act as a key point of communication between students, tutors, and partner organisations
  • Promote independence, confidence, and successful study habits
  • Ensure learners have the guidance and encouragement needed to achieve their goals

Requirements:

  • Hidden Difficulties Level 2 or equivalent (or be willing to work towards within an agreed timeframe)
  • Level 2 qualifications in Literacy and Numeracy (or be willing to work towards within an agreed timeframe)
  • Achievement of performance targets
  • Accurate and timely reporting
  • Positive team working
What we offer:
  • 35 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (Pro-Rata)
  • 2 hours for wellbeing / personal development per week (Pro-Rata)
  • Significant Pension contributions
  • Retail Discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Cycle to work scheme

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 24, 2026

Expiration:
February 18, 2026

Employment Type:
Parttime
Work Type:
On-site work
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