About Us:
Newham College London, now merged with NewVIc Sixth Form College, is the largest post-16 education provider in Newham. With campuses in East Ham, Stratford, Plaistow, and the London City Institute of Technology (LCIoT) in Canning Town, we serve over 11,000 students across a range of pathways – including 16–18 study, adult education, apprenticeships, and higher education.
With over 800 staff, four main campuses, and an annual turnover of £60 million, Newham College is one of the borough’s largest employers and plays a key role in driving local economic and community development.
The Role:
Please note this role is Fixed Term Maternity Cover until 31/01/2027
We are seeking a proactive and organised Learning Resource Centre (LRC) Supervisor to play a key role in the smooth running and continuous development of our LRC services across the College. Our LRCs are busy, inclusive and welcoming spaces that support thousands of learners each year.
As LRC Supervisor at our East Ham and Stratford campuses, you will lead a team of LRC Assistants and ensure the delivery of a welcoming, inclusive, and well‑resourced environment. You will oversee day‑to‑day operations, coordinate staff rotas, and contribute to events, workshops, and initiatives that promote literacy, digital skills, and student success.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for education, excellent organisational skills, and the confidence to lead and inspire others.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee the daily operation of LRC spaces, ensuring high‑quality services, well‑maintained resources, and a positive learning environment.
Create and manage staff rotas, ensuring appropriate cover and alignment with team working patterns.
Delegate tasks to LRC Assistants and monitor service standards, outcomes, and expectations.
Provide effective supervision, support, and development opportunities for LRC Assistants, including one‑to‑one meetings and performance reviews.
Coordinate and contribute to a programme of LRC events, campaigns, and literacy‑focused initiatives.
Support the delivery of LRC Inductions and Academic Skills workshops, contributing to planning, facilitation, and evaluation.
Provide regular front‑facing support at the LRC counters, offering excellent customer service to students, staff, and visitors.
Our ideal candidate should have the following qualifications, skills and experience
Minimum Level 3 qualification (including GCSE English and Maths or equivalent).
Experience working in a library, LRC, or education‑support setting.
Supervisory or team‑leadership experience, including performance monitoring.
Excellent organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively.
Confident IT skills and the ability to support others in using digital and online learning tools.
Confident in delivering workshops/training to large groups or individuals
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across departments and campuses.
A commitment to providing an inclusive, student‑centred service.
Safeguarding of Children and Vulnerable Adults
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education All employment offers are subject employment checks. These include (some of which are dependent on the role and the individual): Enhanced DBS including Children’s Barred List check, DfE teaching/management Barred List check, on-line searches, overseas criminal record check, evidence of identity and Right to Work in the UK, satisfactory references, confirmation of medical fitness, evidence of relevant qualifications and a check of previous employment history.
The College is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all learners and expects its staff to share this commitment. You will be required to become familiar with the College's policies, and comply with the requirements to safeguard and protect the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults. All staff are asked to complete mandatory training in relation to KCSIE and other key areas, and to read the relevant policies.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The College has a strong commitment to working towards the implementation of equality of opportunity in both service delivery and employment. The College’s mission and strategic objectives directly support this aim. All employees are required to actively support the development, dissemination and implementation of this aim and related policies and programmes.
Recruitment Process
The email account you use to apply will be used for all recruitment communication. Please ensure that you use an email account that you regularly monitor.
All application forms must be fully completed, including a full record of education and employment history. Incomplete applications will not be considered for shortlisting.
The salary for this position is inclusive of London weighting. Please note that we advertise our salaries on a range to indicate the trajectory of progression that can be made. Appointments are usually made at the start of the salary range.
We regret that we are unable to respond to every application. Therefore, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.
**Please note that we do not accept CVs**
Closing Date: 15/04/2026
Interview Date: TBC
Newham College of Further Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.