Learning Support Officer (EAL)
Job description
21 hours per week
Term Time
Temporary until March 2026
Bridgend County Borough Council is seeking a motivated and passionate individual to join our team who provide outreach support to pupils for whom English is an Additional Language and/or Children and Young People from the Gypsy Roma and Traveller communities in school across Bridgend County Borough Council promoting inclusion and acceptance of all pupils. Bridgend is committed to supporting all children, ensuring they feel supported and settled in our local communities.
The role requires individuals to be sensitive, compassionate and caring to assist integration into their local schools. You will need to be proactive and solution focussed ensuring the support children access meets their needs leading to them flourishing in their local communities and improving educational outcomes.
This is an opportunity to develop your skills and if you have the necessary knowledge supported by the relevant skills, we would like to hear from you. In return, we can offer an opportunity for you to make your mark and offer support to those most in need in a supportive environment.
An enhanced Criminal Records Bureau is a requirement of this post.
Should you wish to find out more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Megan Apsee, Education Engagement Team Manager on 01656 642407 or alternatively email megan.apsee@bridgend.gov.uk
The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post.
Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.
An Enhanced with Childrens Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post.
A valid driving licence is requirement for this post.
The council's Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office.
Closing Date: 15 October 2025
Shortlisting Date: 17 October 2025
Interview Date: 24 October 2025
Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council
Job Description & Person Specification
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