Engagement Coach

Salary: £22,353- £22,821 per annum (full time equivalent £24,331 - £24,841 - Professional Services Grade 4 & 4a)

Location: Trowbridge, Wiltshire

Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week, Term time only 36 +4 weeks per year

Closing Date: Wednesday 9th April 2025

Wiltshire College & University Centre have an exciting opportunity for an Engagement Coach to join our team. Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshire's economy, inspiring people to develop the skills they need to achieve. Our four campuses are learning hubs in their communities, and we aspire to be an outstanding, financially robust and commercially agile provider, achieving our clear social mission on behalf of learners and employers across Wiltshire and beyond.

The Role:

Are you passionate about supporting young people in achieving their full potential? Do you have the creativity and determination to help students overcome barriers to education? If so, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an Engagement Coach to join our dynamic team and make a real difference in the lives of our Entry and Level 1 students.

Key Responsibilities:

• 1:1 and group interventions: Working closely with students to address challenges and create personalised strategies to foster engagement and success.
• Developing action plans: Collaborating with students to overcome barriers to learning and achieve academic goals.
• Building relationships: Partnering with colleagues, teachers, and managers to create a supportive college environment for disengaged learners.
• Driving progress: Facilitating effective interventions to ensure students thrive academically and socially within the college community.

This role is focused on supporting Entry and Level 1 learners, helping them to overcome challenges and progress successfully in their educational journey.

About You:

We are looking for a motivated and empathetic professional who is committed to making a difference. The ideal candidate will:

• Experience: Have a proven track record of working with hard-to-reach young people who may be disengaged from education.
• Skills: Demonstrate exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities, with the confidence to work independently and think creatively.
• Qualifications: Hold English and Maths qualifications at Level 2 (GCSE A-C) and be willing to work towards a relevant Level 3 qualification if not already held.
• Expertise: Possess a teaching, coaching, or caring qualification, or be willing to achieve one.

Your ability to inspire and motivate students, combined with your commitment to collaboration and innovation, will ensure success in this rewarding role. If you're ready to make a positive impact on young people's lives and help them overcome barriers to achievement, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 30 days, pro rata annual leave for Professional Service Staff, including bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Discounts with a wide variety of retailers
• Free onsite car parking

Application Process:

Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in Keeping Children Safe in Education. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children's barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates. We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.

To submit your application for this exciting Engagement Coach opportunity, please click Apply now.