Study Programme Coordinator

Hugh Baird College; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance Up to 50

Flexible Working

Medicash

Pension Scheme

Professional Development

Industrial Commercial Updates

Reward and Recognition

Lifestyle Fitness Gym

Health and Wellbeing

Travel

Retail Discounts

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Hugh Baird College is seeking a Study Programme Co-ordinator to support learners across their college journey. This role sits at the heart of the learner experience, linking curriculum, Personal Development, English and Maths, careers and wider support services.

You will provide pastoral coaching, coordinate work experience opportunities and help learners overcome barriers to achieve their potential. As part of the Student Services team, you will work with learners, families and employers to

Qualifications

• Cert Ed qualification or equivalent.
• Experience providing high-quality pastoral support to learners.
• Experience developing partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including employers and support agencies.
• Ability to deliver engaging Personal Development and learner support activities.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with learners, colleagues, families and employers.
• Ability to analyse and interpret data to inform interventions and support learner success.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality pastoral coaching to learners.
• Coordinate meaningful work experience opportunities.
• Support learners to overcome barriers, improve attendance and engagement.
• Collaborate with curriculum teams, Personal Development, English and Maths, careers and support services.
• Help learners develop skills, behaviours and confidence for progression.
• Analyse data to inform interventions and support learner success.

Skills

Pastoral support

Partnership development

PD delivery

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Teamwork

Education

Cert Ed qualification or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams

Word / Excel / Outlook / PowerPoint

Job description

Location: Hugh Baird College - Main Campus

Application Deadline: 23 October 2026

Department: Personal Development

Compensation: £33,990 - £42,764.41 / year

Description

Study Programme Coordinator. Hugh Baird College, Bootle. Full-Time | Permanent. £33,990–£42,764.41 (Academic Qualified Scale). 50 days holiday + 8 bank holidays FTE. Teachers’ Pension Scheme. Access to Medicash and many other staff benefits.

Join an Outstanding Team

At Hugh Baird College, an Ofsted Outstanding provider, we are committed to inspiring, challenging, and transforming lives. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a workplace where ideas are valued, creativity is nurtured, and professional growth is supported.

About the Role

We are seeking a Study Programme Co-ordinator to play a pivotal role in supporting students throughout their college journey. As a key member of the Student Services team, you will sit at the heart of the learner experience, acting as the link between curriculum, Personal Development, English and Maths, careers, work experience and wider support services. You will provide high-quality pastoral coaching, coordinate meaningful work experience opportunities, and support learners to overcome barriers, improve attendance and engagement, and achieve their full potential. Working closely with learners, families, employers and curriculum teams, you will help students develop the skills, behaviours and confidence required to progress successfully into further study, employment, apprenticeships or other positive destinations. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people, building strong relationships, and making a real impact on learner success.

Recruitment Process

• Closing Date: Friday 23 October
• Shortlisting: Week commencing 26 October
• Interviews: Week commencing 2 November

Key Responsibilities

• Cert Ed qualification or equivalent.
• Experience of providing high-quality pastoral support to learners.
• Experience of developing effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including employers and support agencies.
• Ability to deliver engaging Personal Development and learner support activities.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Competence in Microsoft Office applications, including Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with learners, colleagues, families and employers.
• Ability to analyse and interpret data to inform interventions and support learner success.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

About You

• Cert Ed qualification or equivalent.
• Experience of providing high-quality pastoral support to learners.
• Experience of developing effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including employers and support agencies.
• Ability to deliver engaging Personal Development and learner support activities. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with learners, colleagues, families and employers.
• Ability to analyse and interpret data to inform interventions and support learner success.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Please see attached person specification for the full criteria

Why Join Hugh Baird College?

• Generous holiday allowance Up to 50 days annual holiday allowance, excluding bank holidays.
• Flexible Working We offer flexible working options depending on the business need, which can provide a better work-life balance for our employees.
• Medicash Access to Medicash’s health plans are designed to look after you and your family by boosting your access to treatment and support.
• Pension Scheme You will have access to two of the best pension schemes in the country, the Teachers' or the Local Government Pension schemes, depending on your role with us.
• Professional Development We are committed to providing continual professional development, with both formal and informal opportunities designed to enhance your skills, knowledge and career growth.
• Industrial Commercial Updates Our teachers receive 35 hours per year to choose a commercial operation to visit with a view to bringing new innovative ideas back to the College.
• Reward and Recognition Our 'Get Recognised' employee reward scheme enables continuous acknowledgement of employee contributions, and our annual staff celebration event highlights colleagues who consistently embody our values.
• Lifestyle Fitness Gym You will have discounted access to our fully-equipped and modern on-campus Lifestyle Fitness gym.
• Health and Wellbeing You will have opportunities to take part in staff groups such as yoga, walking and meditation. You will also have access to Mental Health support and a Cycle to Work scheme.
• Travel You can take advantage of discounted rail travel or bus travel, interest-free season ticket loans for public transport services and free on-campus parking.
• Retail Discounts You will have access to offers to cashback and discounts at well-known retailers.
• Blue Light Card You may be eligible to apply for a Blue Light card, giving you access to exclusive discounts.