Academic Support Coach Location: Chippenham Salary: £21,486 per annum, rising to £21,740 per annum, pro rata of the full time equivalent £24,619 per annum rising to £24,910 per annum Do you have experience supporting learners to achieve their best? Or are you passionate about helping students overcome barriers and succeed in their studies? If you're looking for a role where you can make a meaningful difference every day, this is your chance to build a rewarding career in education with stability, balance, and the opportunity to help students grow in confidence and independence. Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and play a vital part in supporting learners to reach their full potential in a welcoming, student-focused environment. What We Offer Salary: £21,486 per year rising to £21,740 per year, pro rata of the FTE (Full time equivalent £24,619 rising to £24,910 per year) Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week, Term Time Only 38 weeks Year-Round Employment: No unpaid breaks Outstanding Benefits Great Local Government Pension Scheme 30 days, pro rata paid annual leave 8 paid bank holidays 2-week paid Christmas closure for rest and wellbeing Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 confidential support Free on-site gyms at several campuses Lifestyle discounts on shopping, tech, travel & more Cycle-to-Work scheme Excellent professional development opportunities Extra perks discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and exclusive attraction offers A stable role with benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and future. What Youll Do Provide personalised academic and pastoral support to students Help learners develop study habits, organisational skills, and confidence Work closely with teaching teams to ensure students stay engaged and on track Support young people and adults with a range of needs in and out of the classroom Create a positive, encouraging, and inclusive learning environment What Youll Bring Experience working with learners or supporting individuals (education, youth work, care, mentoring, coaching all welcome) A genuine passion for helping students succeed Strong communication, empathy, and organisational skills Commitment to safeguarding and supporting diverse learners Relevant qualifications are beneficial but not essential what matters most is your dedication to making a difference. Why Choose This Path? Use your people skills to transform learners lives without: High-pressure workplace demands Inconsistent hours or unpredictable workloads Physical strain or shift-heavy roles A career that gives you purpose, stability, and time back for life. Make a difference every day If youre ready to join a supportive team and play a key role in student success, wed love to hear from you. Closing Date: Tuesday 6th January 2026 PLEASE NOTE: Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, locatedat the bottom of this pageas a downloadable document. Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Safer Recruitment 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 childrens 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. Closing date: 6 th January 2026 Shortlist date: 7 th January 2026 Interview date: TBC