Business Enterprise Development Coach

Aston University; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a Business Enterprise Development Coach to support student teams in building real-world ventures. This role involves team coaching, innovative learning facilitation, and contributing to enterprise education within a vibrant academic environment. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and experience in coaching or enterprise development.

Qualifications

• Experience in team coaching, enterprise/startup development, or learning facilitation.
• Strong commitment to learner-centred approaches.
• Desirable experience in research or thought leadership.

Responsibilities

• Utilise team coaching to deliver innovative, team-based learning.
• Facilitate ‘learning by doing’ through live projects.
• Support learners in forming and running their ventures.

Skills

Team coaching

Enterprise development

Learning facilitation

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent coaching experience

Job description

Location: Aston University Main Campus

Contract Type: Fixed Term (01/09/2028)

Are you passionate about entrepreneurship, learning by doing, and coaching high-performing teams within a globally renowned institution shaping enterprise education? Aston University is seeking a Business Enterprise Development Coach to join our innovative Team Academy programmes, based in the Centre for Enterprise, Coaching and Innovation. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a unique, practice-led entrepreneurship education, working directly with dynamic student teams building real-world ventures from day one.

Aston Business School is a triple-accredited global leader in SME support and enterprise education, driving innovation through initiatives like the CREME research centre and the Centre for Growth. Our Enterprise Strategy, aligned with the Aston 2030 Vision, prioritises entrepreneurship, innovation, and community impact.

At Aston, you will be part of a vibrant and supportive university culture, empowered to make a real difference through education and enterprise. You will have the freedom to shape team coaching in higher education, collaborate with leaders and entrepreneurs, and impact future innovators. As a Team Coach, you will utilise team coaching to deliver innovative, team-based learning, facilitate ‘learning by doing’ through live projects and experiential sessions, and support learners in forming and running their ventures. You will also contribute to scholarship activity in the Centre and engage with SMEs across Birmingham.

We are seeking a flexible, creative, and reflective practitioner with a passion for lifelong learning, potentially from academia, industry, or the startup world. Experience in team coaching, enterprise/startup development, or learning facilitation, ideally within a Team Academy setting, is desirable. A strong commitment to learner-centred approaches and a collaborative mindset are essential. Some experience in research, scholarship, or thought leadership is also advantageous. Candidates should possess a relevant degree or equivalent coaching experience and either hold HEA Fellowship or be willing to work towards it.

For an informal conversation, please contact Dr. Elinor Vettraino at [e-mail].

The salary for this role is below the minimum threshold required to sponsor new applicants for the Skilled Worker route. However, Aston University may be able to sponsor the successful candidate if they:

• Are under 26 years old
• Hold a PhD relevant to the role
• Have held a Student or Graduate visa in the last 2 years
• Are already in the UK with a Tier 2 or Skilled Worker visa issued before 4 April 2024

For eligibility discussions regarding Skilled Worker sponsorship, please contact [e-mail].

Further details:

• Job Description
• University Information

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity and inclusion. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston

We value flexible working arrangements. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss available options.

If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format, please contact the recruitment team at [e-mail].

Closing Date: 23:59 BST on Thursday, 12 June 2025

Interview Date: Monday, 07 July 2025

The salary range is £38,249 to £42,882 per annum, Grade 08.