Youth Coach

OFG Education; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Your Wellbeing Matters – mental health

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounts

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

OFG Education’s Heath Farm College in Maidstone is seeking a dedicated mentor and coach to support students with diverse needs. You will build trusted relationships, deliver one-to-one and small-group coaching, help learners re-engage with education, and work with teachers and families to provide consistent support.

With GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above, you will remain calm under pressure, be a positive role model, and help students achieve personal goals.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Calm, patient, and resilient under pressure.
• Driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Building positive, trusting relationships with students.
• Delivering one-to-one and small-group coaching sessions.
• Helping students re-engage with education and achieve personal goals.
• Working with teachers, families and external professionals to provide consistent support.
• Supporting bespoke timetables, enrichment opportunities and off-site learning.

Skills

Relationship building

Coaching sessions

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience under pressure

Teamwork

Independent work

Driving licence

Education

GCSE English and Maths (4/C or above) or equivalent

Job description

At Heath Farm College, our students need more than just support. They need positive role models, trusted mentors, and people who can help them navigate challenges, build confidence, and achieve success. They need to learn options around making positive decisions that result in success. Through positive relationships, coaching conversations, and practical support, you'll empower students to make positive choices and reach their potential. This is an incredibly rewarding role for someone who is passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of young people.

What you will be doing

• Building positive, trusting relationships with students
• Supporting students to manage emotions, behaviours, and challenges positively
• Delivering engaging one-to-one and small-group coaching sessions
• Helping students re-engage with education and achieve personal goals
• Working closely with teachers, families, and external professionals to provide consistent support
• Supporting bespoke timetables, enrichment opportunities, and off-site learning activities
• Acting as a positive role model, encouraging confidence, independence, and resilience
• Contributing to a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Recording progress and celebrating student achievements
• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent
• Remains calm, patient, and resilient under pressure
• Has a genuine passion for helping young people succeed
• Is confident working independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is reflective, adaptable, and keen to learn
• Driving licence required

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve. Whatever your role, joining OFG Education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.

About Our College

We are an independent specialist sixth form college that caters for young people with social, emotional and mental health needs. We offer a unique and stimulating environment where every student is able to make outstanding progress in their personal development and enjoy success in their education. Heath Farm College is situated in Maidstone and has capacity to support up to 58 students. The provision facilitates a professional post 16 provision for students with EHCPs who are not ready for a large FE college or large school/academy 6th Form provision. We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support