Personal Development and Wellbeing Coach

Coventry College; Coventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

LGPS pension

Annual leave

CPD access

Employee assistance

Staff discount

Blue Light Card

On-site cafe

Salon discounts

Staff awards

Inclusive environment

Job summary

Coventry College is seeking a Personal Development and Wellbeing Coach to provide holistic support for learners and act as a mentor to students facing attendance challenges. You will help learners overcome barriers to progress and contribute to a positive learner and staff experience.

The role requires strong customer service, teamwork, and attention to detail in a dynamic Further Education environment. Start date: Sep 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Level 2 qualification in English and Maths.
• Level 3 qualification or equivalent is required.
• Education to degree level or equivalent.
• Experience of working with people within an educational organization or youth work environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic personal development and wellbeing support to learners.
• Mentor students with attendance challenges and support progress.
• Support staff and systems to improve learner experience.

Education

Level 2 English & Maths

Level 3 qualification or equivalent

Degree level or equivalent

Experience in education/Youth work

Job description

Job Title: Personal Development and Wellbeing Coach

Location: Coventry College

Contract Type: Full-Time - Term Time Only - 38-weeks - Permanent

Hours per Week: 37 per week

Salary: £25,058 - £26,590 per annum £29,599 - £31,409 FTE (dependent on qualifications and experience)

Start Date: Tuesday 1 September 2026

About Us

Coventry College is a dynamic Further Education provider at the heart of the city, offering high-quality vocational, technical, and professional education to learners of all ages, from Entry Level to Higher Education. Since forming in 2017, we've been committed to helping individuals transform their lives and supporting businesses to grow-strengthening the communities we serve. Our ambition is to help young people and adults to aspire to change their lives and those of their families. Through strong partnerships and a responsive, inclusive curriculum, we strive to deliver excellence in teaching and learning that evolves with industry needs and puts learners and employers in the best position for success. Recent investments in facilities, including electric vehicle tech, construction, and digital skills, ensure we stay at the cutting edge of industry needs.

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and professional individual to join our team in a key business support role. You will play an important part in helping the College run smoothly and efficiently, contributing to the overall learner and staff experience.

Whether supporting students, staff, systems, or services, you'll bring a positive approach and a strong focus on customer service, teamwork, and attention to detail. This is a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking college where your skills and contribution are truly valued.

Coventry College is seeking to appoint a Personal Development & Wellbeing Coach. The role is to offer a range of holistic support for learners and to act as mentor to students who find it difficult to sustain regular attendance and fall below the agreed College attendance levels. You will enable and support learners to overcome barriers to progress and succeed.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Level 2 qualification in English and Maths
• Level 3 qualification or equivalent
• Education to degree level or equivalent
• Experience of working with people within an educational organization or youth work environment

Nice-to-Demonstrate

• Experience of supporting students/young adults with Mental Health
• Ability to monitor student performance achievement and attendance and to take appropriate action to improve the chances of success
• An in-depth knowledge of the full range of opportunities and progression routes within Further and Higher Education
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the statutory guidance around safeguarding and the Prevent Duty and the ability to translate this into practice

What we offer

• Free on-site parking, including pay-as-you-go EV charging spaces
• Excellent pension scheme with defined benefits (LGPS)
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Access to continued professional development and training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
• Employee discount scheme offering savings on retail, travel, and more
• This role is eligible for Blue Light Card (BLC)
• On-site refectory serving a variety of food and drink options
• Discounted hair and beauty treatments at our in-house salon
• Staff recognition and award schemes celebrating your achievements
• A supportive, inclusive working environment

Safeguarding

We are actively committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the College community. We value our diverse College community and are actively committed to promoting equality and diversity in all areas of college life and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As part of our shortlisting process, you will be asked to complete a self-declaration of your criminal record or information which may make you unsuitable to work with children, in addition we carry out an online search to help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online.

The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.

Safeguarding Statement

We are actively committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the College community. We value our diverse College community and are actively committed to promoting equality and diversity in all areas of College life. Applications are welcomed from all sections of the community. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share these commitments.

As part of our shortlisting process you will be asked to complete a self-declaration of your criminal record or information which may make you unsuitable to work with children, in addition we carry out an online search to help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online.

The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.

To read our Safeguarding Policy please use the following link: https://www.coventrycollege.ac.uk/policies-and-procedures/