At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people in achieving academic and personal goals through guidance and practical support.
- Company: Join East Surrey College, a part of Orbital South Colleges Group, dedicated to student success.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, excellent pension schemes, and access to a fully equipped gym.
- Other info: Position is part-time (2.5 days) during term time only, located in Redhill.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people every day while enjoying a term-time schedule.
- Qualifications: Candidates must have Maths & English GCSE or Level 2 equivalent and experience with disengaged young people.
The predicted salary is between 19.07 - 19.07 £ per hour.
College location: East Surrey College (Redhill)
Salary: £19.07/hour (£16.37/hour + £2.70/hour as payment for annual leave)
Hours: Part time (2.5 days - Term time Only)
Make a Real Difference as a Progress Coach at East Surrey College. Are you passionate about supporting young people to reach their full potential? We're looking for a dedicated and motivated Progress Coach to join East Surrey College on a Term Time basis. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key role in helping students overcome challenges, build confidence, and achieve both their academic and personal goals. You will provide guidance, encouragement, and practical support, helping them stay engaged, motivated, and on track for success.
As a Progress Coach, you'll collaborate with the Director of Learning, Programme Managers, and wider support teams to create positive, trusting relationships with young people. You'll have the opportunity to make a genuine impact by implementing targeted interventions, setting progress goals, supporting learner retention, and helping students navigate barriers to learning. You'll also work closely with the safeguarding team to ensure vulnerable learners receive the support they need, monitoring progress and maintaining regular communication around student wellbeing.
Why join us?
- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people every day.
- Enjoy a Term Time working pattern, offering valuable time off during college holidays.
- Ideal for those seeking part‑time opportunities, improved work‑life balance, or a role that fits around family, study, or other commitments.
- Be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Gain valuable experience working with young people and developing your coaching and mentoring skills.
We're looking for someone who has:
- Maths & English GCSE (or Level 2 equivalent)
- Experience working with disengaged young people
- Experience supporting young people with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs
- Strong IT skills, particularly across Microsoft Office packages
- Excellent communication and written skills
In return, we offer a competitive salary, as well as staff benefits such as a choice of two excellent pension schemes, a brilliant holiday package, free onsite parking and access to our fully equipped gym along with discounted in‑house Spa and Salon treatments.
Orbital South Colleges Group are committed to Equal Opportunities, encouraging applications from all sectors of the community to reflect our diverse student population. We are also committed to PREVENT and Safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Both College Campus’ are smoke‑free zones.
As part of our pre‑employment checks, successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS, references will be taken and evidence of all qualifications and awards will also be required before commencement of employment. Failure to do so may lead to offers being withdrawn. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK as we do not sponsor work permits, and work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.
Progress Coach - Construction and Engineering employer: East Surrey College / John Ruskin College
East Surrey College, located in Redhill, offers a supportive environment with a focus on student wellbeing. Employees benefit from a brilliant holiday package and free onsite parking, making it ideal for work-life balance. The college is committed to equal opportunities and safeguarding vulnerable learners.
Contact Details:
East Surrey College / John Ruskin College Recruitment Team
