Progress Coach

Warrington & Vale Royal College; Warrington, Winsford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Employee benefits package

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site parking

Training & mentoring programme

Induction & buddy scheme

Flexible working

Menopause friendly

Job summary

Warrington & Vale Royal College is seeking qualified teaching staff to join a supportive, high-expectation environment. Suitable candidates will hold a Diploma in Education & Training (or equivalent), with a background of A Levels and GCSEs in English and Maths, and a strong commitment to safeguarding and student achievement.

The college emphasises induction, mentoring, and flexibility where appropriate. Staff benefit from an extensive training programme and a positive, inclusive campus culture

Qualifications

• Diploma in Education & Training or equivalent required/noted as suitable
• A Level standard or equivalent, and 5 GCSEs A-C including English and Maths
• Clear understanding of student target setting, monitoring and reviewing to ensure achievement

Responsibilities

• Understand and implement safeguarding of young people and vulnerable adults
• Contribute to data-informed interventions to support learners’ progress
• Participate in induction, training, and mentoring activities and abide by college policies

Education

Diploma in Education & Training

A Level or equivalent

5 GCSEs A-C including English and Maths

Job description

• A competitive salary
• Occupational pension scheme
• Employee benefits package
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free on-site parking
• Full programme of training and mentoring
• Induction programme and buddy scheme
• Flexible working, where appropriate
• Menopause friendly

In November 2024 the college was officially commended as 'Good with outstanding features' by Ofsted. Our mission is 'Inclusion, realising potential; transforming lives'. Our environment is inclusive, friendly and supportive, with high expectations for both staff and students. To thrive in our environment, you will need to be resilient, positive, able to work autonomously, have a strong work ethic, and put our learners at the heart of everything you do.

In March 2025 the college achieved the Platinum accreditation in the Investors in People framework. The college is performing at a High Performing (Platinum) level and demonstrates a deeply embedded culture of excellence in the way in which the organisation leads, supports, and develops its people'.

Sustainability is a key priority for Warrington & Vale Royal College, and we are committed to raising awareness and the implementation of sustainable practices in all aspects of college life. Sustainability principles are embedded across the college, and our sustainability action plan and committee are led by senior leaders to ensure that this remains a key focus.

Suitable candidates will possess or be willing to work towards a Diploma in Education & Training (or equivalent), be educated to A Level standard or equivalent and hold 5 GCSEs grade A-C or equivalent including English and Maths.

In addition, candidates should have a clear understanding of student target setting, monitoring and reviewing to ensure achievement for students, experience using data to inform interventions and a commitment to the safeguarding of young people and vulnerable adults.

For further information please refer to the attached job description.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check/Children's barred list check, and a Prohibition check for teaching staff.

Please note that it is college policy that referees of short-listed candidates will automatically be approached prior to interview. One reference should be from your current or most recent employer. In accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Guidance, online searches will be conducted for all shortlisted candidates.

The College operates on 2 campuses - Warrington and Winsford.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.