Learning Assistant

Purpose of the job

Assist with the delivery of an outstanding cultural learning offer in Bristol by supporting the work of the Learning team at Bristol Museums.

Key job outcomes/accountabilities

• Assist with the implementation and evaluation of the Learning programme, to achieve agreed outcomes.
• Manage finances and procedures, as appropriate, to ensure that the service provides good value for money, procurement regulations are met and opportunities for income generation are realised wherever possible.
• Work with other colleagues to develop strong partnerships with external organisations that helps us to deliver a relevant, entrepreneurial and vibrant service.
• Share information about the work of the Learning team with other colleagues working across the service, especially collections staff, Visitor Assistants and community partners.
• Seize opportunities for engagement though new platforms or digital means and to ensure that new technologies are used effectively.
• Maintain an outstanding cultural learning offer by undertaking continuing professional development in order to acquire specialist knowledge, skills and expertise.
• Assist in the delivery of projects as directed by the Learning Manager.

General Accountabilities

• So far as is reasonably practicable, the post holder must ensure that safe working practices are adopted by employees and in premises/work areas for which the post holder is responsible to maintain a safe working environment for employees and service users. These are defined in the Corporate Health, Safety and Welfare Policy, departmental policies and codes of practice.
• Work in compliance with the Codes of Conduct, Regulations and policies of the City Council.
• To model and promote good equalities practice and value diversity across the service.
• Ensure that output and quality of work is of a high standard and complies with current legislation / standards.
• Ensure that all mandatory training is undertaken as required e.g. - Bristol City Council’s Induction, Health and Safety, Equalities, Safeguarding Children and Safeguarding Adults. Please note - this is not a comprehensive list.