Student Achievement Advisor \u2013 Maternity Cover

West Herts College Group; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in England is seeking a Student Achievement Advisor for maternity cover from February to November 2026. This role focuses on supporting students to enhance their GCSE English and Maths skills, ensuring they are prepared for exams. The ideal candidate should hold a Level 3 qualification and possess a strong communication ability to connect with students. Benefits include a cycle-to-work scheme, free parking, and generous holidays.

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Pension

Generous holiday scheme

Time off at Christmas

Qualifications

• At least a Level 3 qualification and GCSE Grade 4 or equivalent in English and Maths.
• Experience in helping students improve their GCSE English and Maths skills.
• Excellent motivating and engaging skills across a range of vocational subjects.

Responsibilities

• Support students with boosting their GCSE English and Maths skills.
• Track student progress and create tailored support plans.
• Help students feel confident and capable.

Skills

Excellent motivating and engaging skills

Strong communication skills

Organised and resourceful

Ability to connect with students

Education

Level 3 qualification

GCSE Grade 4 in English and Maths

Job description

Student Achievement Advisor – Maternity Cover

We are looking to recruit a Student Achievement Advisor to join the West Herts College Group. This is a fixed term role from February 2026 until November 2026.

Are you passionate about helping students thrive? We're on the lookout for a friendly, proactive, and student-focused Student Achievement Advisor to join our awesome team at West Herts College. The role will be based at our Luton Campus.

Responsibilities

• Support students, both one‑on‑one and in small groups, with boosting their GCSE English and Maths skills, navigating exams and assessments, building up academic, technical and research skills and mastering study techniques.
• Help students feel confident, capable and ready to tackle their courses.
• Track student progress, create tailored support plans and work closely with curriculum teams to ensure every student gets the help they need.

Qualifications

• At least a Level 3 qualification and GCSE Grade 4 (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Experience in helping students improve their GCSE English and Maths skills.
• Excellent motivating and engaging skills across a range of vocational subjects.
• Strong communication skills and ability to connect with students, parents and carers.
• Team player capable of working independently and taking initiative.
• Organised, resourceful, learning‑focused and learner‑first attitude.

Benefits

• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Pension.
• Generous holiday scheme.
• Time off at Christmas and early finishes on a Friday.

This role could suit someone looking to start a career in teaching; training and development are at the heart of everything we do, and you'll be actively encouraged to upskill.

Closing date

The closing date for applications is 22nd January 2026.

Equal Opportunities

WHC Group is positive about disabled people. If you need help applying for this role please contact the Human Resources department.

For more information, please contact Human Resources on 01923 812333, or by e‑mail.