Academic Coach - Inclusion and Progression

Northampton College; Northampton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hairdressing discounts

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Free parking

Wellbeing hub

Training & development

NUS discounts

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Northampton College is seeking an Academic Coach to support Inclusion and Progression for students at Booth Lane, Northampton. The role emphasizes helping learners thrive through personal development tutorials and data-informed progression planning.

You will work within a diverse team, contributing to a positive, inclusive culture and supporting safeguarding commitments. The position is full-time, permanent, with 37 hours per week and a pro-rata salary range aligned with the grade.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, motivated and committed to supporting young people
• Ability to use a range of Information Technology/Information Communication Technology systems, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to engage groups of students through the delivery of personal development tutorials
• Ability to analyse and interpret basic student related data, for example relating to patterns of absence/absence levels
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks through to completion within prescribed deadlines
• English and maths GCSE grade C/4 or above/willingness to obtain, or equivalent skill level
• Willingness and ability to undertake Level 3 Award in Education and Training

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal development tutorials to students
• Engage and support diverse student groups
• Analyse attendance data to identify trends
• Collaborate with colleagues to support progression

Skills

Motivated

IT skills

Group facilitation

Data analysis

Independent worker

Time management

Education

English GCSE grade C/4+ or equivalent

Level 3 Award in Education and Training

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

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Academic Coach - Inclusion and Progression

Booth Lane

Job details

Salary In the range of £31,944 - £35,307 per annum pro-rata, actual salary in the range of £28,300 - £31,279 per annumStarting salaries will normally be aligned with the first point in the grade for the role. Contractual hours 37 Basis Full Time/Part Year Region Northampton Package Holiday entitlement will be included in monthly pay to the value of 35 days per annum pro rata Job category/type Permanent, Month End Date posted 04/09/2026 Job reference NC25260394A Attachments Academic Coach - Inclusion and Progression - NC25260394A.pdf

Job description

At Northampton College, we know that our strength lies in our diversity - in the experiences, backgrounds, and journeys that shape each of us. As one of the leading Colleges in the country, with significant strengths in health and social care, engineering, creative industries, construction, catering and digital, Northampton College is an inspiring place to work. Our students come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our organisation stronger. Why not join our dedicated team as an Academic Coach - Inclusion and Progression.

Day to day duties

No two days are ever the same working at the College. You’ll be joining a dynamic and diverse organisation where every day brings new opportunities to learn, connect and make an impact. Your daily work will vary depending on the needs of the team, our students and the wider organisation keeping things fresh, exciting and rewarding.

You’ll be part of a culture that values collaboration, inclusion and innovation, working alongside people from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences who all share the ambition to make a difference.

For full details of the responsibilities and expectations for this role, please refer to the attached job description.

Required skills and qualifications

Skills

• Enthusiastic, motivated and committed to supporting young people
• Ability to use a range of Information Technology/Information Communication Technology systems, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to engage groups of students through the delivery of personal development tutorials
• Ability to analyse and interpret basic student related data, for example relating to patterns of absence/absence levels
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks through to completion within prescribed deadlines

Education

• English and maths GCSE grade C/4 or above/willingness to obtain, or equivalent skill level
• Willingness and ability to undertake Level 3 Award in Education and Training

For full details about the role and its responsibilities, please view the job description and person specification attached above.

Benefits

• Discounted hairdressing and beauty therapy treatments in our training salons (The Salon NC)
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Generous pension scheme
• Free parking across sites
• Wellbeing hubEmployee assistance programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Training and development opportunities with a focus on progression and personal development
• Discounts through membership of the NUS and Blue Light Card

Northampton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, associates, and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding checks.

Please be aware that Northampton College reserves the right to close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of applications have been received.

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Please note: All of our posts require candidates to have the Right to Work in the UK at the time of applying as we do not hold a sponsorship licence.