We have an exciting opportunity at our Openshaw and Wythenshawe Campuses to join us as a Learning Coach on a permanent, full time (35 hours per week), term time only basis.

What we are looking for

As a Learning Coach, you will be instrumental in fostering both the educational and personal growth of young people on our Year 12 structured study programme with a Level 1 vocational pathway. This role supports students within the Foundation Learning department and extends to other vocational areas across the college where required.

The successful candidate will have passion, drive, and enthusiasm to support and ensure their students receive the best possible education experience. You will have a proven track record in alternative education settings and a strong understanding of Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This role involves supporting high-quality education tailored to the unique needs of Foundation Learning students, within a supportive and inclusive learning environment. You will have experience in working with teams of support professionals to ensure every student is supported to achieve their academic milestones. Strong communication skills are a must, as is an ability to foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment that promotes emotional well-being and academic success. In return, we will support you in a career that can offer opportunities, professional development, excitement, challenges, and a chance to learn and work with other talented individuals.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Youth and Community Work qualification or equivalent
• HTLA qualification or equivalent.
• Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Maths and English minimum grade C/4 at level 2.
• Relevant appropriate experience working in a youth related environment.
• Previous experience of working with emotional regulation and with positive behaviour/de-escalation strategies.
• Experience working with young people, particularly those with SEMH needs and EHCPs.

In return you will benefit from an excellent package including:

• 35 days paid annual leave plus 5 bank holidays (pro-rated for weeks worked per year).
• Significant pension contribution.
• Free breakfast.
• 3 well-being days.
• Retail discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Simply Health scheme care vouchers.

The Manchester College is an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. If you wish to apply for this exciting opportunity, please click on the 'Apply online' button below.

Applicants must demonstrate in their application their ability to meet the key responsibilities, key result areas and Qualifications/Skills and Experience detailed within the role profile.

Salaries are based on skills, qualifications, and experience.

The closing date for this job advert is 13/09/2024. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!

The LTE group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau. Due to the educational aspect of our group some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process.