ABOUT ARU:

ARU is a global university transforming lives through innovative, inclusive and entrepreneurial education and research. ARU holds a Gold award for the quality of its education, awarded through the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).
ARU’s research institutes and four faculties bridge scientific, technical and creative fields. We deliver impactful research which tackles pressing issues and makes a real difference to our communities. Our academic excellence has been recognised by the UK’s Higher Education funding bodies, with 16 of our research areas assessed as world leading. We are the largest provider of Nursing, Midwifery, Health and Social Care students in the East of England, and we are also among the UK’s leading universities for degree apprenticeship provision, working with hundreds of employers across the UK.
At our ARU Writtle campus, we specialise in animal, environmental, agricultural and horticultural courses, for learners aged 16 to 18, adult learners, undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

GUIDANCE NOTES:

Please download the Job Description Person Specification for key requirements. To apply, demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the criteria.
Job Category

Administrative
Vacancy Type

Permanent
Employment Type

Part time, Non standard year
Salary From

£26,338 p.a. pro rata
Salary To

£29,959 p.a. pro rata
Location

Writtle
Faculty/Prof Service

Writtle College
Ref No
3609
Closing Date
20/08/2025

In this role, the FE Student Development Coach will play a vital part in promoting student engagement and personal growth across Writtle College’s Further Education provision. They will deliver group tutorials and coordinate extra-curricular activities that align with Ofsted and college standards, focusing on preparing learners for life beyond education. Through workshops and one-on-one support, they will help students develop key life skills, manage academic pressures, and explore career pathways. The coach will foster understanding of personal development, diversity, and wellbeing, while supporting learners during induction and throughout their academic journey. Collaborating closely with academic and support teams, they will track student progress, maintain accurate records, and contribute to safeguarding and inclusive practices, ensuring every learner is equipped for success in modern Britain.
We are seeking a proactive, empathetic, and highly organised individual with a genuine passion for supporting young people in their personal and educational development. The ideal candidate will bring strong communication skills—both written and verbal , experience of delivering sessions to diverse groups of people and demonstrate excellent time management, IT proficiency (particularly in Microsoft Office), and the ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team. A solid understanding of specific learning difficulties, mental health challenges, and safeguarding principles is essential, as is a commitment to equality, diversity, and continuous professional development. Experience working with Further Education students and familiarity with the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework would be advantageous. Above all, we are looking for someone who is flexible, customer-focused, and motivated to make a meaningful impact on learners’ lives.
To be successful in this role you will have two A levels or a vocational qualifications at NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
Informal enquiries can be made to Nikki Lane, Assistant Principal, at Nikki.lane@aru.ac.uk
It is expected that interviews will take place on 28th August 2025
Find out more about working with us and how we recruit.
We have an agile working culture and offer an extensive range of benefits including generous holiday entitlement, occupational pension schemes, training and development opportunities, travel to work scheme and a competitive relocation package. Visit our benefits page for full details.