Academic Support Coach

Academic Support CoachLocation:Salisbury WiltshireSalary:20658 rising to 20904 per annum (Full time equivalent 23670 - 23952 per annum) (Professional Services Grade 3 & 3a)Job Type:Permanent Full Time 37 hours per week Term Time Only 362 weeks per yearClosing Date:8th October 2025Wiltshire College & University Centre have a greatopportunity for anAcademic Support Coachto join our team.About Us:Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshires economy inspiring people to develop the skills they need to achieve. Our four main campuses are learning hubs in their communities and we aspire to be an outstanding financially robust and commercially agile provider achieving our clear social mission on behalf of learners and employers across Wiltshire and beyond. Our campuses deliver a diversity of facilities from the country estate and farm of our Lackham campus to new hi-tech digital and state of the art facilities at our Trowbridge Salisbury and Chippenham sites. We have invested 65 million in our estate over the past 10 years. Our turnover is 45 million per annum and growing we employ some 650 staff and support around 11500students.Academic Support Coach The Role:Do you have a passion for empowering students to achieve their best Are you ready for a rewarding career supporting learners with diverse needsAt Wiltshire College & University Centre we are proud to support learners of all abilities in reaching their full potential. We are seeking a dedicatedAcademic Support Coachto provide high-quality individualised learning support that enables students with high needs and declared support needs to access their education thrive in college life and grow in independence.Academic Support Coach - Key Responsibilities:Your role will be key in: Enabling learnerswith high needs and declared support needs to access learning and the wider college environment Safeguarding and promoting the wellbeingof all learners Helping students achieve their goals from qualifications and SMART targets to outcomes in their Education Health & Care Plans (EHCPs) Monitoring and evaluating the impactof your support ensuring it is effective inclusive and student-centredAcademic Support Coach You:We are seeking someone who is: Empathetic and student-centred with a strong understanding of learning support and engagement strategies. Organised and proactive able to manage a varied caseload and maintain accurate records. Collaborative working effectively with curriculum teams families and external partners. Flexible and resilient ready to adapt to changing needs and support students across multiple campuses.Essential Requirements Literacy and numeracy qualifications at Level 2 (GCSE AC or equivalent). Experience of individual and group work support. Ability to work alone and be self-motivated.Desirable Extras To hold be willing to work towards a level 3 qualification in a relevant field. A teaching caring or coaching qualification.If you are ready to make a positive impact on young peoples lives and help them overcome barriers to achievement we would love to hear from you.Academic Support Coach Benefits:- Competitive salary- 30 days pro rata annual leave for Professional Service Staff plus bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)- Discounts with a wide variety of retailers- Free onsite car parkingAcademic Support Coach - Application Process:Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in Keeping Children Safe in Education. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks including checks against the childrens barred list and other employment verifications including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.We embrace diversity recognising the valuable perspectives ideas knowledge and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.As a Disability Confident Employer we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.To submit your application for this excitingAcademic Support Coachopportunity please click Apply now.PLEASE NOTE:Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role locatedat the bottom of this pageas a downloadable document.Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.INDLOWThe CompanyWiltshire College & University Centre stands as the largest provider of further and higher education in Wiltshire significantly contributing to the local economy by equipping individuals with essential skills for success. Our diverse curriculum spans from Level 1 to Level 6 and we operate across four main campuses located in Trowbridge Chippenham Salisbury and Lackham which specialises in land-based education. We offer a wide array of apprenticeships along with full-time part-time and university-level courses. Notably our Castle Combe circuit facility is the UKs first trackside motorsport engineering training centre dedicated to our Motorsport Engineering programs. TestimonialsLily Raynor-BlundellHead of Faculty - Engineering Automotive and MotorsportWorking at Wiltshire College and University Centre is a rewarding experience offering opportunities for personal and professional growth whilst making a positive and meaningful impact in post-16 education.Tiffany MaxwellExecutive AssistantAs a new recruit at Wiltshire College & University Centre I enjoy the supportive environment and dedicated team that make me feel valued and inspired.Arvil Pogson-DavisHealth & Safety ManagerMy job regularly takes me around all four of Wiltshire College & University Centre campuses and I meet staff from all diverse backgrounds which I really enjoy. I also work with a small but very dedicated and professional team. The BenefitsFlexible WorkingPension SchemeTraining & DevelopmentShopping DiscountsEmployee Assistance ProgrammeGymDocuments Key Skills Campaigns,Data Entry,Christmas Temporary,Advocacy,Control Engineering Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 23670 - 23952