Learning Coach

4x - 28 hours a week, 40 weeks a year (Term Time Only)

The role of Learning Coach is a rewarding one, as you will support and mentor learners with social, emotional, and mental health needs, a disability, learning difficulty or medical condition, and/or with ESOL, English and Maths support needs to enable them to successfully complete their qualifications, course and where appropriate, education, health and care plan (EHCP) outcomes.

You will support and mentor learners, managing their progress and setting appropriate smart targets based on EHCP outcomes, agreed support plans and coursework.

Experience is not essential; however, you should demonstrate initiative, organisation, prioritisation and strong communication skills at all levels. Good administration and computer skills are required to keep high‑quality written records. Candidates should be willing to achieve a GCSE/Level 2 or equivalent with grades A*-C in English and Mathematics (if not already held).

There is a generous benefits package and an excellent pension scheme that receives a significant financial contribution from the employer (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme). Additional benefits include subsidised sports facilities, professional development and training, and a salary sacrifice cycle‑to‑work scheme. The benefits package is pro‑rated for part‑time staff.

The closing date for the return of a complete online application is 5th March 2026. This role has been advertised previously; previous applicants are kindly asked not to reapply. Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, an online search and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

As outlined in the Public Sector Equality Duty of the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The South Thames Colleges Group is made up of Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College and South Thames College, which merged on 1 August 2017. South Thames Colleges Group is one of London’s largest providers of post‑16 education and training and is an ongoing and significant contributor to its local communities. We aim to put student success at the heart of everything we do.

We are looking for hard‑working and collaborative people who can join our team and help challenge our students to achieve and progress.