North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College is one of the largest and most successful colleges in the region. The college understands the importance of recruiting talented and passionate staff that are central to all college achievements and are the driving force in the success of our learners.
Position
Personal Development Coach
About the Role
As a Personal Development Coach, you will work closely with students from enrolment through to progression, guiding, supporting and challenging learners to develop the behaviours, attitudes and skills they need to succeed in education, employment and life. You will deliver engaging group sessions, provide one‑to‑one coaching and pastoral support, helping students unlock their full potential.
What Skills Are We Looking For
- A recognised qualification at Level 3 or willingness to work towards one
- Literacy & Numeracy qualifications to at least Level 2 or equivalent (if you cannot evidence this we can help assess you through Century Tech)
- Experience of working with young people (16+) in a coaching or mentoring role, voluntary or paid
Who We’re Looking For
- Exceptional with young people
- Builds strong, positive relationships quickly
- Understands the challenges young people face today
- Motivates, inspires and supports learners from all backgrounds
- A role model for professionalism and leads by example every day
- Sets high standards for behaviour, attendance and attitude
- Demonstrates integrity, reliability and accountability at all times
- Empathetic and supportive, approaches every interaction with compassion and understanding
- Can confidently handle sensitive or challenging situations
- Champions safeguarding and wellbeing as a priority
- A collaborative team player, thrives in a team environment and values shared success
- Works closely with curriculum teams and student support staff
- Actively contributes to a positive, inclusive culture across the college
- An agile self‑starter, proactive, organised and able to manage their own caseload
- Comfortable working independently and taking initiative
- Adaptable in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities
Responsibilities For The Role
- Deliver group awareness sessions to students on full‑time study programmes for Personal Development.
- Support and coach students in a group and one‑to‑one setting to achieve their full potential through robust action planning, target setting and progress monitoring.
- Monitor student attendance, punctuality, commitment and general awareness of conduct and behaviour.
- Provide support to students as they navigate through UCAS and the Higher Education system.
Location
Nuneaton Campus
Why Should You Apply?
- The pay range we’re offering is SP (21‑24) £22,604 – £24,690.
- We offer holidays, access to the Local Government Pension, staff development opportunities and family‑friendly policies.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Equality, diversity and inclusion are integral to everything that we do. We are committed to reasonable adjustments for candidates with specific needs or a disability during our recruitment process, and all applicants will be considered fairly and equally. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment, please contact the recruiting manager.
Shortlisting Process
Each question is scored by a minimum of two people on the interview panel. Applicants who achieve the highest overall score and meet the essential criteria for the role will progress to the interview stage. The application form will also be considered at that time.
If you would like to have an informal chat about the role, please contact Sian Cooper at sian.cooper@nwslc.ac.uk.
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