Progress Coach

Progress Coach

Full time, term time only positions available: 1 x Permanent position; 1 x Fixed term maternity cover position.

Franklin College is a high achieving sixth form college serving North East Lincolnshire and surrounding rural and coastal areas. With around 2,100 full‑time 16‑18 and 500 part‑time adult learners, we pride ourselves on an inclusive culture, outstanding teaching and strong partnerships that support every student’s success. Our most recent Ofsted judgement of Outstanding reflects our commitment to excellence. Franklin College offers an inclusive and supportive environment where staff and students thrive.

We value innovation, professional development and the contributions of our team in shaping the future of education.

We are looking for two talented and dynamic Progress Coaches with excellent interpersonal skills to join our team. One post is permanent and one is a fixed term maternity cover position.

Progress Coaches manage a caseload of students, working with young people in group settings, smaller tutorials and individual one‑to‑one supervisory meetings. They check and monitor student attendance, liaise with teaching and support staff, and provide essential guidance. The role involves direct contact with students, their families and other stakeholders, offering support with financial, academic, social and emotional challenges that may impact student progress.

A Progress Coach will play a crucial role in helping students overcome obstacles, maintain full attendance, and maximise their learning opportunities.

Applicants must be educated to a minimum of level 3 (A Level) with a good standard of English. They must also be reliable, professional, have excellent communication skills, be empathetic and able to work under pressure.

Full time/term time only salary = £21,423.60 to £22,836.29 per annum.

(These posts are on the Sixth Form Colleges Support Staff Pay Spine 5‑9; currently £25,159 to £26,818 FTE, depending on experience).

Local Government pension scheme, free gym facilities, free parking, Cycle to Work Scheme, on‑site catering provision.

Please indicate within your application whether you wish to be considered for the permanent post, the maternity cover post, or both opportunities.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 24th July 2026.

Interview date:
Thursday 30th July 2026.

Franklin College is committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunities. All staff are expected to share our commitment to the welfare, safeguarding and PREVENT duty of students. All posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service check; other checks may also be necessary.

Pre‑employment references will, where possible, be taken up prior to interview in line with the College's Safer Recruitment Policy. The College may also conduct an online search for publicly available information, including social media accounts, on shortlisted candidates before interview. This processing of data will be conducted under the legal basis of Article 6(e) public task in line with guidance laid out in para 220 to 225 of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KSCIE) 2025.