Personal Development Coach

City College Norwich; Norwich; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Norwich is seeking an experienced Personal Development Coach to inspire and support students in their social, emotional, and academic growth. The ideal candidate will develop engaging sessions, set SMART goals with students, and provide individualized support. This role focuses on building resilience and confidence while encouraging participation in enrichment activities. Applicants should hold a degree or equivalent qualification.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting young people in their personal development.
• Ability to foster resilience and confidence in students.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging group sessions.
• Guide students in setting SMART goals.
• Provide one-to-one support to help overcome barriers.
• Motivate learners to take part in enrichment activities.
• Collaborate with teaching teams for comprehensive support.

Skills

Empathy

Motivational skills

Coaching

Communication

Resilience building

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Personal Development Coach

37 hours per week, 40 weeks per year (term time)

£26,587 per annum actual salary

Do you have the energy, empathy, and drive to inspire young people? We are seeking an experienced Personal Development Coach who understands the social, emotional, and academic pressures faced by learners today. In this role, you will be required to develop and deliver engaging group sessions, guide students in setting SMART goals, and provide one-to-one support to help them overcome barriers to success. You'll encourage resilience, confidence, and wellbeing, while motivating learners to take part in enrichment activities that broaden their horizons.

• Develop and deliver engaging group sessions.
• Guide students in setting SMART goals.
• Provide one-to-one support to help them overcome barriers to success.
• Encourage resilience, confidence, and wellbeing.
• Motivate learners to take part in enrichment activities.
• Collaborate with teaching teams to embed personal development across the curriculum.
• Ensure every learner feels supported to flourish personally and academically.

Compassion and relatability are key – you’ll listen, support, and connect with students from diverse backgrounds, offering guidance and encouragement that makes a real difference.

• Degree or equivalent qualification.
• Recent relevant vocational experience.

Closing date: Monday 15th December at midday

As a College we are required to undertake various Safer Recruitment checks as set out within the guidance from the Department for Education Keeping Child Safe in Education. We require all staff to undertake an enhanced Adult and Child Workforce DBS Check and to register with the DBS Update Service. Please note: From 28 November 2020 the government implemented changes to the filtering rules, and we have been instructed that we cannot accept any update service checks on DBS certificates that have been issued before this date. Therefore, a new one must be completed with City College Norwich.