Student Engagement Coach

Here at Bournemouth & Poole College, we are looking to recruit a Student Engagement Coach on a full time, term time only basis . In return,you will receive a competitive salary of £24,263 per annum, pro rata (£20,841.24 per annum for term time only). About Us: At Bournemouth & Poole College our staff are passionate and committed to achieve the very best outcomes for our students – we transform lives. We recognise and value our people as our most important asset in achieving each of the strategic outcomes within our College\’s Strategic Plan. We believe it is through our people that an excellent student experience will be delivered, and this will have a positive impact in our local community. We value inclusion and we are committed to the promotion of equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring we have a diverse, skilled, and motivated workforce who are empowered and engaged. This makes our College a unique, vibrant and rewarding place to work. You will be employed through Southern Educational Professional Services Ltd; a subsidiary of the College. The Student Engagement Coach Role: Student Experience a dedicated Directorate, to help support all aspects of a student\’s journey while they are studying at The Bournemouth and Poole College. The Student Experience Directorate comprises of three strands of support; Student Wellbeing, Personal Development and SEND. Key Responsibilities of the Student Engagement Coach: Supporting with the planning and promotion of all Students\’ Union activities and events across The College in conjunction with the wider Student Inclusion and Support teams. Being responsible for the roll out of Student Voice and Representation across the college, support to ensure that all Student Executives and Student Reps are trained, supported and have all the skills to achieve in their role. Running fair elections in line with the BPCSU Constitution. Assist with training and support Student Exec member\’s development. Organise meetings between sites for Student Exec Team and complete administration duties; creating all documents and taking minutes. To be based within the social spaces of the Students\’ Union, across all sites, and ensure that all aspects of Health and Safety and behaviour are maintained at all times. To ensure these spaces are vibrant and engaging for our students. Working with all staff within the Student Inclusion and Support Directorate to ensure that visibility and promotion of the Students\’ Union and Student Engagement is clear and well embedded throughout The College. Being support the Student Engagement and Enrichment Lead with planning and organisations of all BPCSU events Engaging creatively with students and ensure student voice is helping shape the Student\’s Union Taking part/attend and supervise Students\’ Union trips and activities which may fall outside of normal working hours. About You: Level 2 (or equivalent) English and Maths Experience of leading a project with staff and or students. Experience of working as an effective member of a team. Competent in Microsoft Office applications Highly developed communication skills both on an individual basis and in group settings. Benefits: You will receive excellent benefits and a competitive salary: 27.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30.5 after 5 years\’ service up to 4 days additional leave during the Christmas closure period Access to Discount Schemes at multiple retailers Enrolment into the NEST Pension Scheme If you feel you are the right candidate for this Student Engagement Coach rolethen please click ‘ apply\’ now! We\’d love to hear from you! Closing date: 4 January 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.