Job Description

Salary

24,935 per annum (this will be pro-rata'd to reflect the hours worked)

Contractual hours

20

Basis

Term Time

Package

30 Days Annual Leave (222 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours)- this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period

17.1% Employer Pension Contribution into Local Government Pension Scheme

Date posted

10/07/2025

Job reference

RR00000594

About us

The Sheffield College is a further and higher education institution dedicated to providing academic, vocational, and professional qualifications to approximately 13,000 young people and adults annually. Our mission is to transform lives through learning, advocating for inclusivity and diversity at every stage.

About

the role

The Learning Facilitator will provide an excellent customer focused service in the delivery of support for all College learners, both face to face and online. They will direct and support learners to use the most appropriate resources available that meet their needs and develop independent learning. Learning Facilitators will be expected to undertake appropriate training to develop their knowledge and practical application of learning resources, both physical and online. They will develop subject specialisms to provide a tailored support to teaching staff and learners in designated vocational areas.

There are two part time positions available for this post, working 20 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, term time.

Main Responsibilities:

Provide excellent customer service to all users of the Learning Resources Centre's and Library and their services (physical and remote)


Supporting learners with literacy, numeracy and ICT skills


Develop strong links with curriculum staff to plan and deliver support for learners and their learning


Develop and maintain subject specialisms through their own continuous professional development to support vocational learners


Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of the full range of college learning resources, directing/supporting learners in accessing and utilising them


Document and provide guidance materials supporting the use of both newly adopted and established learning resources


Promote, develop and assist with the evaluation and impact of resources


Support the development of independent research and study skills of learners appropriate to their level


If you want to find out more about the role please contactNatalie Hirst, Learning Resources Coordinator - Natalie.Hirst@sheffcol.ac.uk

What we can offer you

As the successful candidate, you will be offered a salary of 24,935 per annum (this will be pro-rata'd to reflect the hours worked).

Our benefits

Enhanced Pension contributions scheme with SYPA - 17.1% Annual leave - 30 Days (222 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours)- this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period Health and wellbeing, we offer + Employee assistance programme through Bupa
+ Occupational Health through PAM
+ Free eye tests for VDU users
Free Parking is available at the majority of our campuses


Further information can be found on ourBenefits andCareer Development pages.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confidentemployer and are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee. Please review our Recruitment Guidelines for Disabled Candidates which provides further information on reasonable adjustments and how the Disability Confident scheme works in practice. If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process, please contact jobs@sheffcol.ac.uk

Armed Forces Covenant

As part of our commitment through the Armed Forces Covenant,we're pledged to support the Armed Forces Community. Recognising the value Personnel, Veterans and military families contribute to our community and country.

Safeguarding

We are an employer who is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures. Further details on our safer recruiting procedures, including the employment of ex-offenders can be found here Safeguarding

Next Steps:

To apply:

Click apply online and follow the links to complete the online application. For queries regarding the application process, please contact the Recruitment Team at jobs@sheffcol.ac.ukCVs are currently not accepted.

As a Leader in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.

Closing date: 11th August 2025

Please be aware - If we have a high number of applications, we may decide to close the vacancy earlier.