Attendance, Progress & Academic Skills Coach

Attendance, Progress & Academic Skills Coach

Salary £28,273

Close date 16/08/2026

Part Time - Term time only 35 hrs per week

We are looking to appointan individual with the skills, knowledge and experience to champion and support the most disadvantaged students by ensuring that all barriers to academic progress are removed.

The role requires you to act, where necessary, in the role of a mentor in terms of supporting high engagement with all elements of the Study Programme and a positive attitude to learning.

The role complements the work undertaken by other cross-college support teams and will requirea high levelof communication particularly with the Tutor team and the Learning Support and Student Engagement Team.

This role is ideal for anyone who has the desire to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our most disadvantaged young people by ensuring that each has a comprehensive and individualised package of support.

Successful candidates will beallocatedtothe English and Maths Department

• Youshould have agood standard of general education includinga level 2 qualification
  
  English and maths (or equivalent) and experience of,oranaspiration towards working with young people (16-19).
• You will needthe flexibility,enthusiasm and the ability to relate well to staff and students and the ability to form andmaintainappropriate relationships and personal boundaries with young people.
• Excellent communication skills,interpersonal and organisationalabilitiesand Experience of working successfully as part of a team are also essential.

You'll have access to a wide range of benefits and support, including, but not limited to:

• Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7/365 helpline for advice and support
• Regular Staff Physical Activity Sessions and reduced-price gym membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted Bus Travel with the Transdev Commuter Club
• Family-friendly policies
• Free eye tests and contribution to VDU-use-only glasses
• Several food outlets with a variety of menu choices
• A full range of discounted professional Hair & Beauty services provided by the Academy Salon
• Professional bakery offering a variety of fresh breads, cakes, and ready meals

Blackburn College values diversity and is committed to create a diverse workforce.

Blackburn College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Appointments are subject to a variety of pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references, medical clearance, and an enhanced DBS check.