Progress Coach. Job in Yorkshire Education & Training Jobs

Eden Brown Synergy; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated educational recruitment agency is seeking a Progress Coach in West Yorkshire to support students' personal development and help them prepare for future opportunities. The role is part-time and involves delivering engaging sessions and facilitating discussions while working closely with educators. Ideal candidates will have experience in pastoral support and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational or pastoral support capacity is required.
• Must possess strong communication and organisational skills.
• Confidence in facilitating group sessions is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging personal development sessions.
• Facilitate group discussions encouraging critical thinking.
• Prepare students for work placements.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Confidence in delivering group sessions

Understanding of barriers to student progress

Collaborative approach

Proficiency with digital tools

Education

Teaching qualification (ideal but not essential)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Progress Coach

Location: West Yorkshire

Contract Type: Temporary - Part Time

Rate: 15.50 - 17.50

Eden Brown are looking for a dedicated and student-focused Progress Coach for a Further Education College in West Yorkshire to join their supportive team and help learners thrive during their time at College.

There are 2 roles available:

Role 1 - Monday, Tuesday & Thursday

Role 2 - Wednesday, Thursday & Friday

Both to start asap.

As a Progress Coach, you will play a key role in supporting students' personal development and progression, working both one-to-one and in group settings. You will deliver a comprehensive personal development programme designed to prepare students for life beyond college—whether that's employment, further study, or apprenticeships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and responsive personal development sessions that prepare students for the world of work and support their overall wellbeing
• Facilitate safe and inclusive group discussions that encourage open debate, critical thinking, and respectful dialogue
• Organise and host a range of guest speakers who bring lived experiences related to both general personal development and specific industry sectors
• Prepare students for work placements through targeted sessions and activities that build employability skills and confidence
• Monitor and document students' work experience placements using college tracking software, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records
• Liaise closely with curriculum teams, tutors, and support services to identify and support students who may be at risk of disengagement or underachievement
• Adapt delivery and content to remain current, relevant, and responsive to student needs, wider societal issues, and employment trends

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with young people in an educational or pastoral support capacity
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Confidence in delivering group sessions on a wide range of personal, social, and employability topics
• An understanding of the barriers that students may face in progressing and achieving, with the ability to offer practical and emotional support
• A collaborative approach to working with teaching staff, support teams, and external organisations
• Proficiency with digital tools for tracking and monitoring student progress

Ideal but not essential:

• A Teaching qualification

Candidates must also have a current DBS. If you do not have one, Eden Brown can arrange one on your behalf.

If this role could be of interest to you please contact Callum Boyle on (phone number removed) or

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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