Learning Coach

South Thames Colleges Group; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Wellbeing leave

Pension scheme

Job summary

South Thames Colleges Group is seeking a Learning Coach in Kingston upon Thames to support and mentor learners with social, emotional and mental health needs, disabilities or learning difficulties, and to provide ESOL, English and Maths support to help learners successfully complete their courses.

The role is permanent and 28 hours per week over 38 weeks (term time only), with a salary in the range £18,887–£20,015 per annum (FTE £28,836–£30,550).

Qualifications

• Experience with learners with social, emotional and mental health needs is beneficial.
• Ability to use initiative, organise and prioritise tasks.
• Good communication skills at all levels.
• Good administration and computer skills to maintain learner progress records and set smart targets based on EHCP outcomes.
• Willingness to achieve GCSE/Level 2 English & Maths if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Support and mentor learners with social, emotional, mental health needs and other barriers to learning.
• Provide ESOL, English and Maths support to enable learners to complete qualifications and EHCP outcomes.

Skills

Good communication skills

Initiative

Organisation & prioritisation

Administration & IT skills

Education

GCSE/Level 2 English & Maths

Job description

Learning Coach

Location: Kingston upon Thames, Greater London

Salary: £18,887 - £20,015 per annum (FTE £28,836 - £30,550)

Type: Permanent

Employer: South Thames Colleges Group

Multiple posts at: Carshalton, Merton, Kingston, and Wandsworth

Hours: 28 hours a week over 38 weeks a year, term time only

Role Overview

The role of Learning Coach is a rewarding one, as you will support and mentor learners with social, emotional, and mental health needs, a disability, learning difficulty or medical condition, and/or with ESOL, English and Maths support needs, to enable them to successfully complete their qualifications, courses and where appropriate, education, health and care plan (EHCP) outcomes.

Opportunities

These are fantastic opportunities for anyone looking to begin a career in education, especially for those who are recent graduates and looking to become a Teacher.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience is not essential but it would be beneficial if you have worked with young people or adults who have social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Ability to use initiative, organise and prioritise.
• Good communication skills at all levels.
• Good administration and computer skills to keep high-quality written records of learner progress and set appropriate smart targets based on EHCP outcomes, support plans, and coursework.
• Willingness to achieve a GCSE/Level 2 or equivalent with grades A
  • -C in English and Mathematics (if not already held).

Application Details

Closing date for the return of a complete online application is 6th September 2026.

Benefits

• 27 days annual leave plus up to 8 additional days over Christmas/New Year.
• Additional 5 days Wellbeing leave to support physical and mental health.
• All leave in addition to Bank Holiday entitlement.
• Excellent pension scheme (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme).
• Subsidised sports facilities and professional development and training.
• Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme.
• Pro-rata for part-time vacancies.

Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding

South Thames Colleges Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and encourage applications regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage, and civil partnerships.

Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, an online search, and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

About Us

The South Thames Colleges Group includes Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College, and South Thames College, which merged on 1 August 2017. It is one of London's largest providers of post-16 education and training, committed to its local communities and student success.

Our Values

We are looking for hard-working and collaborative people who can join our team and help challenge our students to progress and achieve.