At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students in achieving their learning goals and enhance their life skills.
- Company: Join South Thames Colleges Group, a leading provider of post-16 education in London.
- Benefits: Enjoy a great pension scheme, subsidised sports facilities, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible hours during term time and a commitment to equality and safeguarding.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Experience with students aged 16-25 and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 28304 - 28304 £ per year.
Term Time Only (36 hours a week over 40 weeks a year). Our Senior Learning Coaches support students to succeed in achieving learning goals and qualifications to enhance progression opportunities and life skills. They also assist with the planning and delivery of teaching sessions, learning and assessment for learners with learning disabilities/difficulties including autism and complex needs.
We'd like you to have recent experience of working with and supporting students aged 16-25 with a range of needs and be able to work flexibly in response to changing curriculum needs and the needs of individual students. With a positive 'can-do' attitude and an enthusiastic personality, you will be able to communicate effectively at all levels and demonstrate a high level of computer literacy. Experience of working in a specialist school or college would be an advantage, as would experience of sourcing work experience placements for young people with additional needs.
Closing date for the return of a complete online application is 21st August 2026. There is an excellent pension scheme that receives a significant financial contribution from the employer, subsidised sports facilities and professional development and training plus a salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. The benefits package is pro-rated for part time staff.
South Thames Colleges group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. As part of our due diligence checks on prospective employees, successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, an online search and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
As outlined in the Public Sector Equality Duty of the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
The South Thames Colleges Group is made up of Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College and South Thames College, which merged on 1 August 2017. South Thames Colleges Group is one of London’s largest providers of post-16 education and training and is an ongoing and significant contributor to its local communities. We aim to put students’ success at the heart of everything we do.
We are looking for hard-working and collaborative people who can join our team and help challenge our students to progress and achieve.
When you click on ‘Apply’, you will be forwarded to the application page which sits on a platform hosted by an external partner called Blue Octopus who support STCG throughout the recruitment process.
Senior Learning Coach employer: South Thames College
South Thames College is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises the growth and development of its staff. As a Youth Worker, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives while benefiting from professional development programmes and a strong sense of community within the college. Located in a vibrant area, the college provides a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.
