At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people in overcoming challenges and achieving their full potential.
- Company: Coleg Sir Gar and Coleg Ceredigion, dedicated to empowering learners.
- Benefits: 28 days holiday, generous pension, professional development, and retail discounts.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and enjoy excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while fostering a positive learning environment.
- Qualifications: Degree or equivalent, GCSE English and Maths, and experience with young people.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Coleg Sir Gar and Coleg Ceredigion are seeking Pastoral Coaches across the regions of Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion who are passionate about supporting young people to succeed, overcome challenges, and reach their full potential. In this rewarding role, you will provide vital pastoral care, guidance, and support to learners, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes both academically and personally.
About the Role
As a Pastoral Coach, you will work closely with learners, staff, and external partners to create a positive and inclusive learning environment. You’ll play a key role in monitoring progress, improving attendance, and supporting students’ wellbeing and personal development. Key responsibilities include:
- Managing groups of learners and delivering weekly tutorial sessions
- Providing one-to-one support, target setting, and progress reviews
- Monitoring attendance and implementing supportive interventions
- Supporting learners with wellbeing, behaviour, and safeguarding needs
- Delivering personal development and employability sessions
- Assisting with career progression, UCAS applications, and next steps
- Working collaboratively with curriculum teams and support services
- Encouraging learner voice and engagement
If you’re ready to inspire, support, and empower learners, we’d love to hear from you.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Welsh Language Requirements:
- Welsh Oracy (Listening/Speaking) - Level 0/1 to 3/4
- Welsh Literacy (Writing/Reading) - Level 0/1 to 3/4
Essential Criteria:
- Degree or equivalent qualification
- GCSE English and Mathematics at minimum Grade C or O Level equivalent
- Experience and understanding of working in a Trauma Informed way
- Good communicator
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work harmoniously with colleagues
- Good presentational skills
- Ability to relate to target group
- Good computer literacy skills
Desirable Criteria:
- PGCE
- Relevant experience of working with young people
- Experience of actively participating in the pastoral care of young people
- Experience of delivering teaching and learning
- Experience of effectively managing challenging behaviour
Benefits
You will receive 28 days holiday (pro rata), plus bank holidays and five closure days which totals at 41 days holiday per year. You also receive an additional 4 days after 5 years service. Extremely generous pension scheme with employer contributions of 20%. Award-winning professional learning and development programme. Cycle to work scheme. Free on-site car parking. Online and instore retail discounts.
Pastoral Coach in Llanelli employer: Coleg Sir Gâr and Coleg Ceredigion
Coleg Sir Gâr and Coleg Ceredigion is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment that prioritises professional growth and learner success. With generous benefits such as a robust pension scheme, extensive annual leave, and ongoing development opportunities, we empower our staff to make a meaningful impact in the communities of Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion. Join us in shaping the future of education in Health, Childcare, and Computing while enjoying a supportive atmosphere that champions inclusion and wellbeing.
Contact Details:
Coleg Sir Gâr and Coleg Ceredigion Recruitment Team
