ABOUT US:

Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshire’s 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 11,500 students.

ACADEMIC 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 A–C or equivalent).
• Experience of individual and group work support.
• Ability to work alone and be self-motivated.

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 needs?
At Wiltshire College & University Centre, we are proud to support learners of all abilities in reaching their full potential. We are seeking a dedicated Academic Support Coach to 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 learners with high needs and declared support needs to access learning and the wider college environment
• Safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of 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 impact of your support, ensuring it is effective, inclusive and student-centred