Learning Coach. Education and Childcare, Public Service Sectors, Sports and Science. 37 hours a week. Term Time Only. Permanent.

   

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the curriculum area of Education and Childcare, Public Service sectors, Sports and Science to appoint a Learning Coach. As a Learning Coach you will work closely with Programme Leaders to help support individuals to become independent learners through the development of their study and employability skills and provide the necessary help and support for them to progress to positive destinations.   

Attitude is key – we want someone who is committed to providing the highest quality service to both students and employers. So, if you are looking for a new challenge or looking for a career change and have the right attitude and skills, then this is your opportunity to join a motivated, creative and well-resourced department.   

Key responsibilities include the facilitation and presentation of a cross college Personal Development (PD) and Behaviours and Attitudes (BA) programme, undertaking group and 1:1 pastoral tutorials, setting and reviewing SMART targets, monitoring of student attendance and punctuality, and supporting students with enrichment opportunities.   

You will have the ability to approach difficult issues in a calm and responsible manner and be able to build effective working relationships with a diverse range of individual learners. Liaison with delivery/support staff, managers and parents is a key feature of this role including maintaining student records on college systems.  

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Learning Coach with a passion for supporting all learners, but most specifically those that require additional pastoral support to remain on programme.  

You will be educated to Level 2 minimum in math’s and English (GCSE Grade C or above, GCSE grade 4 or above or equivalent). You will also have an appropriate Level 3 vocational qualification or equivalent. Experience of working in the relevant sectors would be advantageous as would the knowledge of providing information, advice and guidance to young people.    

Closing date: 12th December 2022  

Interviews: TBC  

Benefits we offer:

  • Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme  
  • Discounted shopping and rewards  
  • Wellbeing services and support  
  • On-site nurseries  
  • Excellent training and development opportunities  

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We are one of the largest Further Education Colleges in the UK with more than 20,000 students studying with us on a wide range of courses. Our mission is to equip people with the skills they need to be successful in education, in work and business and in their personal lives.

 

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