Inclusive Academic Support Coach for Student Independence

Wiltshire College & University Centre; Lacock; Vor Ort; GBP 21.000 - 22.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Great Local Government Pension Scheme

30 days annual leave

8 bank holidays (pro rata)

Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7

Free on-site gyms

Lifestyle discounts

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Professional development opportunities

Discounted meals

Zusammenfassung

Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking an Academic Support Coach at Lackham to provide one-to-one and personalised support to students, including those with visual impairment, helping them access teaching, learning resources, and campus life.

You will collaborate with college staff to identify barriers to learning, support study habits and confidence, and foster independence in learners across diverse needs within a welcoming, student-focused environment.

Qualifikationen

• Has experience supporting disabled people, students, learners, young people or individuals with additional needs.
• Has an understanding of, or willingness to learn about, visual impairment and sight loss.
• Is patient, empathetic, respectful and understanding.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Can recognise individual needs and adapt their approach accordingly.
• Is confident providing one-to-one support.
• Can build positive, professional and trusting relationships.
• Has a calm, consistent and encouraging approach.
• Is organised, reliable and able to use initiative.
• Is comfortable working collaboratively with teaching and support professionals.
• Is committed to promoting independence, inclusion, equality and student wellbeing.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and maintaining professional boundaries.
• Experience of working with visual impairment, assistive technology, accessibility software or disability support would be advantageous.

Aufgaben

• Provide personalised academic and pastoral support to students.
• Support students with visual impairment to access lessons, learning materials and college activities.
• 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.

Jobbeschreibung

Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking an Academic Support Coach at Lackham to provide one-to-one and personalised support to students, including those with visual impairment, helping them access teaching, learning resources, and campus life.

You will collaborate with college staff to identify barriers to learning, support study habits and confidence, and foster independence in learners across diverse needs within a welcoming, student-focused environment.