Learning Support Coach (LSC)

Preston College; Preston; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Annual leave entitlement

Pension scheme

Free parking

Cycle to work

Job summary

Preston College is seeking a Learning Support Coach (LSC) to join our Learner Support (SEND) team. The role is part-time, 22.5 hours per week, based at Fulwood, Lancashire, with a pro rata salary of £28,109–£29,052 per year, and permanent contract.

The successful candidate will work to support learners across the college, contribute to high-quality student services, and benefit from generous terms and professional development opportunities.

Job description

Learning Support Coach (LSC)

Location: Preston College View all jobs City: Fulwood, Lancashire Salary: £28,109-29,052 per year Contract: Permanent Type: Part-time

21 hours ago

The Department Learner Support (SEND) plays a vital role in the College's ability to respond to local and regional business needs whilst serving the community we are so proudly a part of. The provision of a high-quality support service across the College is therefore central to our success and we are looking for an exceptional candidate to work with us to achieve our future goals.

At Preston College our vision is 'to transform lives through education', and we take great pride in supporting all of our students to achieve the qualifications they need, alongside the development of technical skills and knowledge that employers and universities are looking for.

We are rated Good by Ofsted and have been recognised as making a 'strong' contribution to skills. We are ambitious in seeking excellent outcomes for our students, communities, employers and staff.

We have a strong College culture, underpinned by five key values developed with our diverse body of staff:

• Welcoming and inclusive
• Supportive and compassionate
• Aspirational for our learners, ourselves and each other
• Act with integrity and transparency
• Be accountable

With Outstanding financial health, the College provides generous terms and conditions that are intended to attract, motivate and retain the best people in delivery of our strategic objectives.

Our Board of Governors is committed to an ambitious Three Year Plan, which sets out our aspirations from 2023 to 2026, currently being updated for the next three years.

Job Details

• Job Title: Learning Support Coach (LSC)
• Salary: Job Family Group 5
• SCP: 18 £28,109 to SCP 20 £29,052 per annum (pro rata for part time) salary based on qualifications and experience
• Hours: 22.5 hours per week, Permanent, Part time (Term Time Only)
• Closing Date for Applications: Sunday 06 September 2026
• Interview Date: Wednesday 16 September 2026

The successful candidate for this appointment will be required to apply for appropriate disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service.

About us

Our mission is to inspire, educate and support our diverse community to reach its potential. We pride ourselves on our community focus, with a diverse mix of students and staff, and plan our curriculum and other activities to give everyone the chance to truly achieve what they are capable of. We believe that we are inspirational in what we do, and that the support we offer to both our students and our staff is second to none.

What we offer

Preston College has achieved a prestigious 'Gold' award by Investors in People, and we have a wide range of benefits for staff. Some of these are outlined below. For a full list visit:

• Professional Development Opportunities including staff days and supported CPD.
• Opportunities to obtain qualifications essential to your role and support to achieve them.
• Opportunities for career and pay progression, including annual cost of living increases.
• Generous Annual Leave entitlement.
• Local Government Pension Scheme / Teacher's Pension Scheme.
• Family friendly college policies including special leave, career break, job share and flexible working (role dependent).
• Free car parking.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Access to health and fitness suite, hair and beauty treatments and a range of other benefits.