“I love working at HBVC! The staff are fantastic to work with and the students are amazing to teach. HBVC has a great ethos, allowing you the opportunity to grow and explore your skills.” Farzana, Learning Coach, joined September 2021.
Have you ever considered using your skills to empower young adults in a supportive, specialist environment?
We are looking for a talented and inspiring Learning Coach to join our growing team in Redditch.
Salary – £25,334 – £28,765 (Pay scale points 18 – 23) (actual gross p/a)
Reporting to – Tutors/Quality Manager
Contract – Full Time, Term Time, Permanent
Note: This is a term time only role; you will be required to work during term time only, taking all college holidays. The salary range stated above is a pro‑rata salary that already takes this into account, and the £ range stated is therefore the actual salary range for this position, with no further pro‑rata reductions to be applied for term time only working. We are also currently operating a pilot 4‑day week (subject to review and not a contractual entitlement), meaning all staff enjoy a 3‑day weekend Friday – Sunday, every week.
About us
Heart of Birmingham Vocational College (HBVC) is an exciting and innovative college with a reputation for high‑quality provision that is responsive to the needs of our learners. Based in Birmingham, Redditch and Edgbaston, we specialise in providing excellent education and support to learners with diverse and additional needs. We offer full‑time Study Programmes that provide individualised learning experiences, whilst developing learners’ key employability and supported living skills. Our entire staff team are very passionate about making HBVC a great place for everyone to be and are committed to enabling learners to fulfil their aspirations. We have a unique approach to ensuring everyone feels a part of our college which is reflected in our core values of Hope, Belonging, Valued, Communication. We aim to empower every student to achieve their fullest potential, fostering a community where individuality is celebrated, abilities are amplified, and futures are shaped with confidence and independence.
About the role
Working as part of our dynamic Teaching & Learning team, you will play a vital role in supporting learners both in college and in real‑world environments. You will work alongside tutors in the classroom and beyond, delivering tailored support, creating engaging learning experiences, and helping learners build confidence, independence, and essential life skills.
Responsibilities
- Support learners in college and in real‑world settings to achieve academic, vocational, and life‑skills goals.
- Collaborate with tutors to implement tailored support plans.
- Design and deliver engaging learning activities that build confidence and independence.
- Facilitate the development of essential life skills and employability competencies.
- Model positive behaviour, act as a role model, and build strong relationships with learners.
Qualifications
- Experience in a learning or coaching environment, preferably with young adults or SEND learners.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Passion for helping learners achieve their goals and thrive.
- Ability to adapt support strategies to individual learner needs.
Benefits
- Competitive salary (£25,334 – £28,765 per annum).
- Attractive pension scheme.
- Flexible working opportunities and a 4‑day week pilot.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Healthcare cashback plan.
- Confidential counselling, occupational health support, and on‑site health checks.
Closing date for receipt of applications: Monday 15th June 2026 at 9am
Shortlisting: w/c 15th June 2026
Interviews: w/c 22nd June 2026
Anticipated start date: September 2026
Contact Wendy Lamb, Head of HR Operations by emailing jobs@hbvc.ac.uk for more information and an application form, or download the job and application form from our website: https://www.hbvc.ac.uk/work-for-us/job-opportunities
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. As this post involves working with or access to vulnerable children and adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service including Children’s and Adults Barred List checks.
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