Academic Support Coach

Wiltshire College & University Centre; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Wiltshire seeks an Academic Support Coach. This role involves providing personal academic and pastoral support to students, helping them develop study skills and confidence, and creating an inclusive learning environment. Ideal candidates will have a passion for student success and experience in supportive roles. The position offers a full-time permanent contract with competitive pay and various benefits, promoting a positive work-life balance.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

30 days paid annual leave + 8 bank holidays

2-week paid Christmas closure

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 confidential support

Free on-site gyms

Lifestyle discounts

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Professional development opportunities

Discounted meals and services

Qualifications

• Experience working with learners or in mentoring, coaching, or support roles.
• A genuine passion for helping students succeed.
• Commitment to safeguarding and supporting diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised academic and pastoral support to students.
• Help learners develop study habits and confidence.
• Work with teaching teams to ensure students remain engaged.

Skills

Strong communication

Empathy

Organisational skills

Experience supporting individuals

Job description

Location: Wiltshire, South West, UK

Academic Support Coach

Salary: £21,486 rising to £21,740 per year, pro rata of the full time equivalent £24,619 rising to £24,910 per year

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

What We Offer

• Great Local Government Pension Scheme
• 30 days, pro rata paid annual leave + 8 paid bank holidays
• 2-week paid Christmas closure for rest and wellbeing
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 24/7 confidential support
• Free on-site gyms at several campuses
• Lifestyle discounts on shopping, tech, travel & more
• Cycle-to-Work scheme
• Excellent professional development opportunities
• Extra perks: discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and exclusive attraction offers

What You’ll Do

• Provide personalised academic and pastoral support to students
• Help learners develop study habits, organisational skills, and confidence
• Work closely with teaching teams to ensure students stay engaged and on track
• Support young people and adults with a range of needs in and out of the classroom
• Create a positive, encouraging, and inclusive learning environment

What You’ll Bring

• Experience working with learners or supporting individuals (education, youth work, care, mentoring, coaching all welcome)
• A genuine passion for helping students succeed
• Strong communication, empathy, and organisational skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and supporting diverse learners
• Relevant qualifications are beneficial but not essential

Why Choose This Path?

Use your people skills to transform learners lives without high‑pressure workload demands, inconsistent hours or unpredictable workloads, physical strain or shift‑heavy roles. A career that gives you purpose, stability, and time back for life.

Closing Date

06 / 01 / 2026

Salary: £21,486 rising to £21,740 per year, pro rata of the full time equivalent £24,619 rising to £24,910 per year
Contract type: Permanent, Full Time
37 hours per week, Term Time Only 36 + 2 weeks per year
Year‑Round Employment: No unpaid breaks

Safer Recruitment: Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in Keeping Children Safe in Education. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children's barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates. We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.