Education Support Officers

Education Support Officer

Are you passionate about supporting students and making a difference in education? We are looking for enthusiastic Education Support Officers to fill multiple positions across various shifts, offering flexible opportunities to help learners thrive.

Responsibilities

• Provide educational, emotional, social and personal support to students with Additional Learning Needs
• Participate in and support the provision of learning programmes as directed by the lecturers
• Assist in the manual handling of students with personal care requirements in accordance with the individual care plan

Qualifications

• GCSE passes in Maths and English (grades A–C) or equivalent are desirable
• Basic IT skills – operate a computer, familiar with Microsoft Word and the Internet
• Knowledge and understanding of the needs of students with learning difficulties
• Able to work with people with learning difficulties, including assisting with personal care

Application Process (Welsh)

To apply in Welsh, please visit our Cymraeg site. We encourage Welsh applications as we recognise the importance of delivering bilingual services and expanding our bilingual workforce. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Location & Working Hours

Tycoch Campus, Swansea. Part‑time (18 hours per week), fixed term until 31 August 2027. Term‑time (36 weeks per year). Salary: £13.52 per hour (£10,138 per annum).

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave (pro rata), plus bank holidays
• College closed for two weeks over the Christmas period
• Local Government Pension Scheme (average employer contribution of 21% in 2025)
• 2 staff wellbeing days per year
• Discounted study opportunities on College courses
• Learn more about staff wellbeing benefits: https://www.gcs.ac.uk/recruitment/staff-benefits-wellbeing

Legal Statements

Gower College Swansea is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to thorough pre‑employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, and registration with the Education Workforce Council for Wales where necessary.