Progression and Academic Support Coach (Full Time)

Newbury College; Newbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Newbury seeks a dedicated PASC to support students with additional needs. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, delivering learning support, and managing related administrative tasks. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience with mild to moderate learning difficulties. The role offers competitive salary, pension scheme, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Local Government Pension Scheme

Occupational Sick Pay

Wellbeing support

Flexible working options

Onsite parking

Discounts at the College salon

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with mild to moderate learning difficulties.
• Willingness to do personal care or be trained.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to students in various settings.
• Be responsible for students' additional learning support.
• Complete administrative tasks related to support plans.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to relate to diverse individuals

Education

A relevant qualification in care or learning support

Level 2 English and Maths

Level 3 Qualification

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting students with additional needs and ensuring they have a positive and supported learning experience? We are excited to offer this challenging opportunity for a dedicated PASC to join our team.

Responsibilities

• PASC staff need to be able to do personal care or willing to be trained.
• Provide assistance to students with learning difficulties and disabilities in various settings, including in-class sessions, outside-class activities, off-campus experience and personal care.
• Be responsible for specific students' additional learning support in line with their EHCP and provide feedback to the PASC team leader.
• Complete administrative tasks such as updating the learner's 'Support Plan,' 'Action Plan,' and tracker. Document evidence related to Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCP) outcomes, and take notes for records.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in care or learning support.
• Experience supporting individuals with mild to moderate learning difficulties and/or disabilities, including personal care.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to relate to a diverse range of individuals.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and safeguarding.
• Enthusiastic, approachable, and adaptable.
• Level 2 English and Maths.
• Level 3 Qualification.
• Working or personal experience of supporting young people or adults with mild to moderate learning difficulties and/or disabilities in all aspects of daily life, including personal care.

If you are excited about the prospect of making a significant impact in our support team, we would love to hear from you.

About Our Institution

We are a dynamic further and higher education institution located in the heart of West Berkshire, recognised for our forward-thinking approach and commitment to student success. Our campus is a hub of creativity and innovation, and our mission is "creating opportunities to transform lives", which we achieve through unparalleled support for our students and ongoing professional development for our staff. By joining us, you will be part of a team dedicated to making a significant impact in the community.

Benefits

• Competitive salary reflective of experience and commitment to educational excellence
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Health and Wellness
  • Occupational Sick Pay Scheme
  • Occupational Maternity Pay Scheme
  • Wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Scheme and other activities and facilities
  • Free Annual Flu Jab
  • Staff Summer Event
• Professional Development
  • Development opportunities through workshops, training, and courses
  • Professional development tailored to further qualifications and career advancement
• Work-Life Balance
  • Holiday pay included in salary, term time only working.
  • Flexible working options to ensure a healthy balance between professional and personal life
• Campus Amenities and Discounts
  • Free onsite parking
  • Access to a corporate discount scheme
  • Discounts on hair and beauty treatments at the Newbury College salon
  • Good value food and drink at the Street Café
  • Discounted childcare at the on-site nursery for staff (operated by a third party)