Student Support Specialist

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Hunt UK Limited is seeking a motivated Student Support Specialist to work with learners across programmes in North London, helping them overcome barriers to learning and improve academic performance.

You will provide one-to-one and small group support focusing on attendance, literacy, numeracy, study skills, wellbeing, and personal development, building confidence and supporting positive outcomes both inside and outside the classroom.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people or adults in education, mentoring, coaching, or support roles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire learners from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Positive, proactive, and learner-centred approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one coaching and mentoring to support learner achievement and progression.
• Support learners to develop literacy, numeracy, study, and organisational skills.
• Monitor learner progress, attendance, punctuality, and engagement.
• Identify barriers to learning and develop strategies to support success.
• Work with learners to set targets and create action plans to achieve their goals.
• Support learners with confidence, resilience, motivation and personal development.
• Liaise with curriculum staff, parents/carers, and external agencies where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate learner records and contribute to progress reviews.
• Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity, inclusion, and learner wellbeing.
• Support learners during enrichment activities, work placements, and transition opportunities.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

literacy and numeracy

Motivate learners

Organisational skills

Job description

Student Support Specialist

Job Title: Student SupportSpecialist

Location: North London

Salary: 130 Pounds per day ( depending on your experience )

Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time / Temporary or Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and supportive Student Support Specialist to work with learners across a range of programmes, helping them overcome barriers to learning, improve their academic performance, and achieve their personal and educational goals.

The successful candidate will provide one-to-one and small group support, focusing on attendance, engagement, literacy, numeracy, study skills, wellbeing, and personal development. You will play a key role in motivating learners, building confidence, and supporting positive outcomes both inside and outside the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one coaching and mentoring to support learner achievement and progression.
• Support learners to develop literacy, numeracy, study, and organisational skills.
• Monitor learner progress, attendance, punctuality, and engagement.
• Identify barriers to learning and develop strategies to support success.
• Work with learners to set targets and create action plans to achieve their goals.
• Support students with confidence building, resilience, motivation, and personal development.
• Liaise with curriculum staff, parents/carers, and external agencies where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate learner records and contribute to progress reviews.
• Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity, inclusion, and learner wellbeing.
• Support learners during enrichment activities, work placements, and transition opportunities.

Essential Requirements

• Experience working with young people or adults in an educational, mentoring, coaching, or support role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire learners from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills.
• A positive, proactive, and learner-centred approach.

Desirable Experience

• Experience supporting learners with SEND, EHCPs, or additional learning needs.
• Knowledge of further education, apprenticeships, or employability programmes.
• Coaching, mentoring, youth work, education, or advice and guidance qualifications.
• Experience delivering literacy, numeracy, or study skills interventions.

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• The chance to make a real difference to learners' lives and future aspirations.

Safeguarding Statement

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Why Join Us?

As a Student Achievement Coach, you will have the opportunity to empower learners to succeed, raise aspirations, build confidence, and support positive educational outcomes. If you are passionate about helping students reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you.