At a Glance
- Tasks: Guide and support students through their college journey, delivering engaging tutorials and mentoring.
- Company: Halesowen College, a supportive and inclusive educational environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, professional development, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Flexible working opportunities and a strong sense of community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience in education.
- Qualifications: Enthusiasm for student development and strong interpersonal skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Salary: £26,867 pa - £29,880 pa. The term time only salary for this role is £26,668.95 pa - £27,604.81 pa.
Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week). Contract: Permanent.
Location: Halesowen College, West Midlands.
Halesowen College is seeking an enthusiastic, supportive and highly motivated individual to become a Progress Coach within the Business department. This is a rewarding role at the heart of the student experience, where you will take ownership of tutor groups and play a key role in shaping their journey through college.
As a Progress Coach, you will lead and deliver a structured tutorial programme within your designated area, working closely with Health and Social Care Managers to design engaging and meaningful sessions. You will be responsible for a caseload of students, delivering pastoral themed tutorials, supporting them both in group tutorials and through one-to-one mentoring.
A central part of the role is taking full responsibility for tracking and monitoring student progress. This includes closely overseeing attendance, academic performance, behaviour and engagement, and intervening early to provide the support students need to succeed. You will build strong relationships with your students, helping them overcome barriers, maintain high standards, and achieve their full potential.
Beyond the classroom, you will guide students in preparing for their next steps; supporting them with enrichment activities, work experience opportunities, university applications, and developing the skills they need for life beyond college.
This role would be particularly well suited to a graduate looking to gain meaningful experience in education, pastoral support, or student development, while making a genuine difference to young people's lives.
Benefits of working at Halesowen College:
- Competitive salary structures
- Teachers Pension Scheme (for teaching staff)
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) (for support staff)
- Business mileage and cycle travel payments
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Additional college closure days over the Christmas and New Year period
- Commitment to wellbeing, balance and sustainable workloads
- 2 Wellbeing days each year
- Flexible working opportunities where operationally possible
- Comprehensive staff development and training programme
- Opportunities to gain teaching qualifications while working
- Support for professional recognition (e.g. QTLS)
- Clear pathways for progression and internal promotion
- Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme, including: 24/7 GP access, counselling and wellbeing support, legal and financial advice
- Wellbeing activities, events and initiatives throughout the year
- Onsite wellbeing checks and free seasonal flu vaccinations
- Onsite parking
- Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme
- Eye care and VDU user support
- Staff digital schemes to support home and work technology
- Discounts on treatments in college training salons
- A welcoming, inclusive and diverse workplace
- Commitment to equality, safeguarding and staff wellbeing
- Supportive leadership and collaborative teams
- A strong sense of community and shared purpose
The College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and will undertake Enhanced DBS and safer recruitment checks for all successful candidates.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received before the closing date.
Progress Coach in Birmingham employer: Halesowen College
Halesowen College is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional development of its staff, offering a supportive work culture and numerous opportunities for growth within the educational sector. Located in the vibrant West Midlands, the college fosters a collaborative environment where lecturers can thrive and make a meaningful impact on students' lives, all while enjoying competitive salaries and a commitment to work-life balance.
