Personal Development and Wellbeing Coach

Coventry College; Coventry; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Coventry is seeking a motivated Personal Development and Wellbeing Coach to support students facing attendance challenges. The successful candidate will provide mentorship, helping learners overcome barriers to success. Qualifications include a Level 2 in English and Maths and experience in educational environments. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Excellent pension scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discount scheme

Staff recognition schemes

Discounted hair and beauty treatments

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 qualification in English and Maths.
• Level 3 qualification or equivalent required.
• Education to degree level or equivalent necessary.
• Experience working with youth or educational organizations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Offer holistic support for learners.
• Act as a mentor for students with attendance issues.
• Help learners overcome barriers to success.

Skills

Experience in educational organizations or youth work

Strong customer service skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Level 2 qualification in English and Maths

Level 3 qualification or equivalent

Education to degree level or equivalent

Job description

Employer Coventry College Location Coventry, West Midlands Contract Type Permanent Hours Full Time, Term Time Salary £24,094.53 - £25,567.59 Posted 24th July 2025 Start Date As Soon As Possible Expires 7th August 2025 11:59 PM Contract Type Permanent Start Date As Soon As Possible Job ID 1501211 Job Reference CovCollege0098 Start Date As Soon As Possible

• Contract Type :Permanent
• Job ID: 1501211
  
  

Job Title: Personal Development and Wellbeing Coach

Location: Coventry College

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

Hours per Week: 37 per week

Salary: £24,094.53 - £25,567.59 per annum - £28,461 - £30,201 FTE (dependent on qualifications and experience) *This salary is effective from 01/08/25*

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, weve been committed to helping individuals transform their lives and supporting businesses to growstrengthening 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, youll 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

Must-Have:

• 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

• 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 EV charging points
• Excellent pension scheme with defined benefits (TPS)
• 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
  
  

How To Apply

To apply, please complete our online application form, which is designed in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

We do not accept unsolicited agency applications. We will contact preferred agencies if their support is required.

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.

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