Attendance, Progress and Academic Skills Coach
Salary £28,273 Pro Rata, Per Annum
Term Time only - 37hrs per week
The Role
We are looking to appointan individualwith the skills, knowledge and experience to champion and support the most disadvantaged students by ensuring that all barriers to academic progress are removed.
The role requires you to act, where necessary, in the role of a mentor in terms of supporting high engagementwith all elements of the Study Programme and a positive attitude to learning.
The role complements the work undertaken by other cross-college support teams and will requirea high levelof communication particularly with the Tutor team and the Learning Support and Student Engagement Team.
This role is ideal for anyone who has the desire to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our most disadvantaged young people by ensuring that each has a comprehensive and individualised package of support.
Successful candidates will beallocatedtothe English and MathsDepartment
What we are looking for
Youshould have agood standard of general education includinga level 2 qualificationEnglish and maths (or equivalent)andexperience of,oranaspiration towards working with young people (16-19).You will needthe flexibility,enthusiasmand the ability to relate well to staff and studentsand the ability to form andmaintainappropriate relationshipsand personal boundaries with young people.Excellent communication skills, interpersonal and organisationalabilitiesand Experience of working successfully as part of a team are also essential.
What makes Blackburn College an Employer of choice?
You'll have access to a wide range of benefits and support, including, but not limited to:
- Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7/365 helpline for advice and support
- Regular Staff Physical Activity Sessions and reduced-price gym membership
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Discounted Bus Travel with the Transdev Commuter Club
- Family-friendly policies
- Free eye tests and contribution to VDU-use-only glasses
- Several food outlets with a variety of menu choices
- A full range of discounted professional Hair & Beauty services provided by the Academy Salon
- Professional bakery offering a variety of fresh breads, cakes, and ready meals
Blackburn College values diversity and is committed to create a diverse workforce. Blackburn College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to a variety of pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references, medical clearance, and an enhanced DBS check.
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