Academic Support Coach

Academic Support Coach

Location:

Lackham
Salary: £21,486 rising to £21,740 per year (Full-time equivalent £24,619 rising to £24,910 per year)
Do you have experience supporting learners to achieve their best?
Or are you passionate about helping students overcome barriers and succeed in their studies?
If you're looking for a role where you can make a meaningful difference every day, this is your chance to build a rewarding career in education — with stability, balance, and the opportunity to help students grow in confidence and independence.
Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and play a vital part in supporting learners to reach their full potential in a welcoming, student-focused environment.

What We Offer  Salary:  £21,486 rising to £21,740 per year
(Full-time equivalent £24,619 rising to £24,910 per year)

Contract:

Permanent, Full-Time 37 hours per week, Term Time Only, 36+2 weeks per year  Year-Round Employment:  No unpaid breaks  Outstanding Benefits

• Great Local Government Pension Scheme

• 30 days, pro rata paid annual leave + 8 pro rata paid bank holidays

• 2-week pro rata paid Christmas closure for rest and wellbeing

• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential support

• Free on-site gyms at several campuses

• Lifestyle discounts on shopping, tech, travel & more

• Cycle-to-Work scheme

• Excellent professional development opportunities

• Extra perks – discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and exclusive attraction offers
A stable role with benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and future.
What You'll Do
The role will involve providing one-to-one and personalised support to students with disabilities and additional learning needs, including students with visual impairment.
You will work alongside students and college staff to identify and reduce barriers to learning, helping learners access teaching, learning resources, campus facilities and wider college life as independently as possible.

• Provide personalised academic and pastoral support to students

• Support students with visual impairment to access lessons, learning materials and college activities

• Help learners develop study habits, organisational skills, and confidence

• Work closely with teaching teams to ensure students stay engaged and on track

• Support young people and adults with a range of needs in and out of the classroom

• Create a positive, encouraging, and inclusive learning environment
The emphasis is on promoting independence rather than creating dependence. Academic Support Coaches encourage students to develop the skills, confidence and strategies they need to manage their learning as independently as possible.
What You'll Bring
We are looking for someone who:
Has experience supporting disabled people, students, learners, young people or individuals with additional needs
Has an understanding of, or willingness to learn about, visual impairment and sight loss
Is patient, empathetic, respectful and understanding
Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Can recognise individual needs and adapt their approach accordingly
Is confident providing one-to-one support
Can build positive, professional and trusting relationships
Has a calm, consistent and encouraging approach
Is organised, reliable and able to use initiative
Is comfortable working collaboratively with teaching and support professionals
Is committed to promoting independence, inclusion, equality and student wellbeing
Understands the importance of safeguarding and maintaining professional boundaries

Experience of working with visual impairment, assistive technology, accessibility software or disability support would be advantageous.
?  Why Choose This Path?
As an Academic Support Coach, you will have the opportunity to provide consistent,…