BOOST Academic Support Officer (Fixed term contract)

Ludlow College; Hereford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Hereford is seeking a BOOST Academic Support Officer for its vibrant study centre. The role involves supporting students during their independent study skills sessions, providing oversight, and ensuring a supportive learning environment. This fixed-term position includes a comprehensive benefits package, and a strong commitment to equality and safeguarding students. Join a friendly and respectful working environment with growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Above average holiday entitlement

Defined benefit pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Free on-site gymnasium

Flexible working policy

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting students in academic settings.
• Ability to liaise effectively with staff and students.
• Commitment to equality and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Providing support during independent study skills sessions.
• Helping students access online learning activities.
• Ensuring a safe and supportive study environment.

Skills

Flexible support

Oversight management

1 to 1 and small group support

Job description

BOOST Academic Support Officer (Fixed term contract)

The Student Services Department is looking for a flexible BOOST Academic Support Officer to work within our vibrant study centre.

The post includes supporting students during their weekly independent study skills session BOOST, providing group oversight, supporting students to access their online learning activities and providing some 1 to 1 and small group study skills development.

You will be liaising with the Head of Student Support & SEND and tutors to ensure a safe and supportive study environment for all of our students.

HLNSC is committed to equality of opportunity, safeguarding including the Prevent Duty and promotes the welfare of all students and expects all members of staff to share this commitment.

A comprehensive package of employee benefits is in place including a competitive salary, above average holiday entitlement, eligibility to join a defined benefit pension scheme with excellent financial contributions of 19.3% by the College and pension death in service grant of 3 x salary, generous occupational sickness, maternity, paternity and shared parental leave pay schemes, high number of free on-site parking bays, access to a range of free CPD events, professional qualifications and recreational courses, flexible working policy, eye care voucher scheme, cycle to work scheme, wellbeing support, use of free on-site gymnasium, access to competitively priced food outlets, access to on-site training restaurant and occasional free hairdressing and beauty treatments.

As one of the largest employers in Hereford we offer a friendly, honest and respectful working environment. We promote the safety and equality and diversity of our workforce and have a supportive approach to the development of our staff both on a personal and professional level.

This position is subject to Safer Recruitment procedures which include criminal convictions checks, barred from working with children checks and any necessary overseas checks

Contract: Fixed Term until 30th June 2026