Pastoral Coach (Part Time, Fixed Term)

Leeds City College; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave benefits

Pension Schemes

CPD Opportunities

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Flexible/hybrid working opportunities

Job summary

Leeds City College is seeking a part-time Pastoral Coach for the Digital Arts department at Quarry Hill Campus. You will deliver PHSCE and tutorials to students aged 16–19, supporting personal development, wellbeing and attendance.

The role is fixed-term until July 2027, 22.2 hours per week, with a pro rata salary of £18,063 to £19,149, plus benefits and professional development.

Qualifications

• English and Maths L2 with plan to reach L3 within 2 years.
• Experience supporting diverse student groups.
• Mentoring or coaching qualification or commitment to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver PHSCE and tutorials to students.
• Provide 1:1 and group support addressing personal development and wellbeing.
• Track progress and monitor outcomes against targets.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure holistic student support.
• Support learning using education platforms and online tools.

Skills

Experience with diverse student groups

Relating to individuals of all ages

Managing learning spaces

Holistic student support

ProMonitor usage

Education

English & Maths qualification at L2

Mentoring/Coaching qualification

Commitment to achieving L3 within 2 years

Tools

ProMonitor

Job description

About The Role

Leeds City College are recruiting for a Pastoral Coach to join our team in the Digital Arts department. Working with students across our Digital Arts department, you will deliver a high-quality PHSCE and tutorial curriculum covering areas including personal development, relationships and wellbeing, safeguarding, healthy lifestyles, equality and diversity, British values, careers, employability, financial awareness and preparation for adulthood. The Pastoral Coach will also provide vital support to students, fostering their personal and academic development by guiding them through academic challenges, offering emotional and practical support, and promoting their overall wellbeing. Creative Media and Digital Arts is a department of more than 600 learners and 30 members of staff delivering Animation, Esports, Games Design and Development, Journalism, Media and TV & Film, based at our state-of-the-art Quarry Hill Campus. We deliver a varied curriculum of academic and technical skills to students mostly aged 16-19 at levels one, two and three, including T levels and Access to HE. Please note, this is a part-time, fixed term role. You will work 22.2 hours per week until July 2027. The pro rata salary is 18,063 with progression to 19,149.

What You Will Do

• Plan and deliver engaging, relevant and inclusive PHSCE and tutorial sessions to students.
• Deliver group tutorials, study support sessions, and tailored 1:1 support to students, addressing personal development, academic skills, and offering guidance on both academic and personal issues.
• Create opportunities for students to discuss and explore real-world issues in a safe, respectful and appropriately challenging environment.
• Track and monitor progress towards achievement using assessment grades in ProMonitor markbooks, ensuring learner progress is tracked against their target grades and be responsible for achieving student outcomes.
• Assist with initial, diagnostic and formative assessment and provide support for students with their learning, using online support technology and education platforms.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and other support services to ensure students receive holistic support.

About You

• English & Maths qualification at L2 with a commitment to achieving L3 within 2 years of appointment if not already achieved.
• Supporting teaching and learning/teaching assistant or mentoring/coaching qualification or commitment to achieving within 1 year of appointment.
• Demonstrates significant experience or knowledge of how to work successfully with different groups of students.
• Experience in improving student retention and attainment.
• Ability to relate to, support and work with, individuals of all ages and abilities.
• Ability to confidently manage learning and learning spaces, so that behaviour and progress have a positive impact on outcomes.

Above all, you will believe education is about more than achieving a qualification. You will want to help our students become confident, informed, and responsible young adults who are ready to progress, contribute, and succeed.

Benefits

The group offers a range of excellent benefits, including:

Annual Leave

Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidays

Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays

Pension Schemes With Generous Employer Contributions

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Local Government Pension Scheme

People's Pension Scheme

CPD Opportunities

Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days.

Qualifications Including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership And Management Courses.

Employee wellbeing initiatives:

Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).

Travel and commuting:

Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.

Flexible and hybrid working opportunities:

Please speak to the recruiting manager regarding flexible opportunities as these differ between roles.

About Us

Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions