Part Time - 15 hours per week, Fixed Term until March 2027
Do you believe everyone deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive—no matter their background or starting point?
We're looking for 2 compassionate, proactive, and adaptable individuals to join our Adult and Community Learning (ACL) team as Learning Support Assistants. These roles will involve working in Initial Accommodation settings in central Bristol, supporting delivery of ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes.
In this role, you'll support adults from all walks of life-including those who are new to learning, overcoming personal barriers, or returning to education to build their confidence, develop skills and move forward with their goals.
*What You'll Do*
As a Learning Support Assistant, you'll work alongside experienced tutors to:
* Support individual learners and small groups in English, maths, digital skills and other subjects.
* Help learners plan and reflect on their learning journey using ILPs (Individual Learning Plans).
* Build supportive, respectful relationships that enable learners to feel safe, motivated and valued.
* Assist with assessments, record keeping, and encouraging participation—helping learners stay on track and reach their potential.
* Signpost learners to opportunities for further learning, work, volunteering or wellbeing support.
*What We're Looking For*
We welcome people with a wide range of experiences, including those who have supported others in education, care, community or voluntary settings.
You don't need to have worked in a school or classroom, we're looking for people who can connect, support and uplift.
*You'll Need:*
* Strong communication skills in spoken and written English.
* A warm, flexible and encouraging approach to working with adults.
* Awareness of safeguarding, equality and health & safety—or a willingness to learn.
* GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above—or a willingness to work towards it.
* A genuine interest in inclusive education and supporting diverse communities.
* Experience working with digital platforms (like Microsoft 365) and a desire to learn new technology is a bonus.
Why join us?
You'll Be Part Of a Values-led Team That:
* Works collaboratively and respectfully across Bristol's vibrant communities.
* Celebrates diversity and takes an inclusive, trauma-informed approach to learning.
* Believes in doing the right thing for learners, every time.
*Role Details:*
* Part-time (15 hours / week), working across mornings and afternoons, Monday to Friday. Exact hours are negotiable according to lesson timetables.
* 18-month fixed term contract, until March 2027.
Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.
Why Bristol City Council?
At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation.
Join us and you'll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you'll be working in a supportive environment where you'll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.
How do I apply?
If you share our
To be shortlisted for interview you'll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.
It is Bristol City Council's practice to request references for candidates that have been offered a job. However, if you are applying for a job that requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check then we will request your references once you have been invited to an interview.
For permanent Bristol City Council employees, this post will be a secondment.
For employees who are currently on a fixed term contract with Bristol City Council, the secondment must not extend beyond the end of the fixed term period to ensure there is a substantive post to return to.
If you are currently a casual worker or a member of an employment agency (currently working with Bristol City Council) this post will be a fixed term contract.
We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career.
If you're passionate about learning, people, and inclusion, we'd love to hear from you. Your background, lived experience and enthusiasm matter to us just as much as formal qualifications.
Need support or want to talk informally about the role or recruitment process? Email Charly Ramuz - ESOL Team Leader:
At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.
The personal information section (including your name) you'll complete as part of the application form will not be visible to hiring managers, but is used confidentially to make sure that everyone is treated fairly.
Part Time - 15 hours per week, Fixed Term until March 2027
Do you believe everyone deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive—no matter their background or starting point?
We're looking for 2 compassionate, proactive, and adaptable individuals to join our Adult and Community Learning (ACL) team as Learning Support Assistants. These roles will involve working in Initial Accommodation settings in central Bristol, supporting delivery of ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes.
In this role, you'll support adults from all walks of life-including those who are new to learning, overcoming personal barriers, or returning to education to build their confidence, develop skills and move forward with their goals.
*Role Details:*
* Part-time (15 hours / week), working across mornings and afternoons, Monday to Friday. Exact hours are negotiable according to lesson timetables.
* 18-month fixed term contract, until March 2027.
Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.
Why Bristol City Council?
At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation.
Join us and you'll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you'll be working in a supportive environment where you'll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.
How do I apply?
If you share our
To be shortlisted for interview you'll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.
It is Bristol City Council's practice to request references for candidates that have been offered a job. However, if you are applying for a job that requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check then we will request your references once you have been invited to an interview.
For permanent Bristol City Council employees, this post will be a secondment.
For employees who are currently on a fixed term contract with Bristol City Council, the secondment must not extend beyond the end of the fixed term period to ensure there is a substantive post to return to.
If you are currently a casual worker or a member of an employment agency (currently working with Bristol City Council) this post will be a fixed term contract.
We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career.
If you're passionate about learning, people, and inclusion, we'd love to hear from you. Your background, lived experience and enthusiasm matter to us just as much as formal qualifications.
Need support or want to talk informally about the role or recruitment process? Email Charly Ramuz - ESOL Team Leader:
At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.
The personal information section (including your name) you'll complete as part of the application form will not be visible to hiring managers, but is used confidentially to make sure that everyone is treated fairly.