Life Coach jobs in Southampton

Wiltshire College & University Centre have an exciting opportunity for a Skills for Life Coach to join our team.

Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire

Salary: £21,745 rising to £22,200 per annum (Full time equivalent £23,669 - £24,165 per annum) (Professional Services Grade 4 & 4a)

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week, Time Only 36+4 weeks per year

Closing Date: 16th February 2025

About Us:

Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshire's economy, inspiring people to develop the skills they need to achieve. Our four campuses are learning hubs in their communities, and we aspire to be an outstanding, financially robust and commercially agile provider, achieving our clear social mission on behalf of learners and employers across Wiltshire and beyond. Our turnover is around £42 million per annum, we employ some 650 staff, and support around 11,500 students.

Skills for Life Coach - The Role:

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? If so, we invite you to join our vibrant team at Wiltshire College & University Centre as a Skills for Life Coach at our Salisbury campus.

As a Skills for Life Coach, you'll play a crucial role in our community, supporting students with SpLD, SLD, and PMLD to build essential skills and knowledge. Your work will empower them towards greater independence and integration within the wider community.

Working closely with our Skills for Life Lead Practitioner, you will deliver personalised support to designated students, facilitating their access to educational resources, college amenities, and local environments. Your primary objective is to equip them for life beyond education, fostering self-determination and unlocking their full personal potential.

Skills for Life Coach - Key Responsibilities:

• Build positive relationships with students to help them achieve their goals.
• Work with the Skills for Life Lead Practitioner to create personalised skills development plans.
• Provide tailored student support, including:

• Participating in annual reviews.
• Supporting transition programs for new and current students.
• Assisting students in adapting to college routines and environments.

• Mentor students on health and wellbeing and connect them with college services.
• Help students develop confidence and overcome challenges through additional support and interventions.
• Supervise individual or small group interventions aimed at building resilience and independence.
• Maintain records for individual students.
• Assist with and report issues related to specialist equipment and assistive software.

Skills for Life Coach - You:

We are looking for individuals who:

• Demonstrate a genuine enthusiasm and commitment to supporting SEND.
• Possess a creative mindset and the ability to adapt swiftly to meet diverse student needs.
• Exhibit a calm, friendly demeanour that promotes approachability.
• Excel in personalised, one-on-one interactions with students.
• Thrive on understanding and nurturing the aspirations of each student.

To excel in this role, you will hold qualifications in English and Maths at Level 2 (GCSE C/4) or above and hold or be willing to work towards a relevant Level 3 qualification.

Skills for Life Coach - Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 30 days, pro rata annual leave for Professional Service Staff, including bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Discounts with a wide variety of retailers
• Free onsite car parking.

Skills for Life Coach - Application Process:

Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children's barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.

We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.

To submit your application for this exciting Skills for Life Coach opportunity, please click 'Apply' now.

Applications for this role close on the 16th February 2025 .