Engagement Coach

2 weeks ago


Chippenham, United Kingdom Wiltshire College & University Centre Full time

Wiltshire College & University Centre have an exciting opportunity for an Engagement Coach to join our team.

Location: Chippenham, Wiltshire

Salary: £21,745 rising to £22, 200 per annum, (Professional Services Grade 4 & 4a) Full time Equivalent per annum £23,669 rising to £24,165

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week, Term time only 36 +4 weeks per year

Closing Date: Tuesday 10th December 2024

Engagement Coach - The Role:

Are you passionate about supporting young people in achieving their full potential? Do you have the creativity and determination to help students overcome barriers to education? If so, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an Engagement Coach to join our dynamic team and make a real difference in the lives of our Entry and Level 1 students.

Engagement Coach - Key Responsibilities:

As an Engagement Coach, you will play a pivotal role in improving attendance, engagement, and outcomes for students.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • 1:1 and group interventions: Working closely with students to address challenges and create personalised strategies to foster engagement and success.
  • Developing action plans: Collaborating with students to overcome barriers to learning and achieve academic goals.
  • Building relationships: Partnering with colleagues, teachers, and managers to create a supportive college environment for disengaged learners.
  • Driving progress: Facilitating effective interventions to ensure students thrive academically and socially within the college community.

This role is focused on supporting Entry and Level 1 learners, helping them to overcome challenges and progress successfully in their educational journey.

Engagement Coach About - You:

We are looking for a motivated and empathetic professional who is committed to making a difference. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • Experience: Have a proven track record of working with hard-to-reach young people who may be disengaged from education.
  • Skills: Demonstrate exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities, with the confidence to work independently and think creatively.
  • Qualifications: Hold English and Maths qualifications at Level 2 (GCSE A-C) and be willing to work towards a relevant Level 3 qualification if not already held.
  • Expertise: Possess a teaching, coaching, or caring qualification, or be willing to achieve one.

    Your ability to inspire and motivate students, combined with your commitment to collaboration and innovation, will ensure success in this rewarding role.

If you're ready to make a positive impact on young people's lives and help them overcome barriers to achievement, we would love to hear from you.

Engagement Coach - Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • 30 days, pro rata annual leave for Professional Service Staff, including 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 parking.

Engagement 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 children's barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.

To submit your application for this exciting Engagement Coach opportunity, please click 'Apply' now.

Applications for this role close on Tuesday 10th December 2024.



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