We have a fantastic opportunity for an Academic Coach to join our dynamic and growing Health Sciences, Meditech and Technology Department.
Our Academic Coaches identify and support all students in achieving their expected target grade.
The role is also responsible for providing intervention support to the students that have gaps in literacy, numeracy and academic skills to remove the barriers to learning. The role also involves managing and supporting the academic success of individual students by providing personal support following referral from curriculum teams.
Responsibilities include:
Provide SMART targets to support the student achievement
Referral to other support services as appropriate
Contributing to student progression and career plans
Co-ordinate support and intervention strategies and packages, both internal and external, for groups of students.
Manage and co-ordinate the supervision of student who are not working to a normal timetable.
Monitor and evaluate student’s responses and progress against action plans through observation and planned recording and to provide objective and accurate feedback and reports as required.
Undertake administrative tasks, manage, and maintain record systems and processes, including the use of EBS.
Provide initial classroom supervision in the short term/ unplanned absence of a qualified teacher.
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Hybrid working is negotiable for this role. This means you may be able to work a proportion of your time on campus and some remotely. We are open to discussing this with you during the application process as we recognise the benefits and importance of an environment that supports flexible working.
The Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate will be learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.
Education & Training
GCSE 4-9 (A*-c) or nationally recognised level 2 qualification in maths or equivalent (e.g. CSE 1, O Level A-C)
GCSE 4-9 (A*-c) or nationally recognised level 2 qualification in English or equivalent (e.g. CSE 1, O Level A-C)
Are willing to achieve a Level 3 Certificate in Personal Tutoring within an agreed time frame
Experience
Successful experience of working with young people on a 1:1 and group basis to achieve their career goals (in education, youth work or a community setting)
Proven experience of working with parents/carers of young people
Ability to work well with and relate to pupils and other professionals
Knowledge of how to use relevant equipment/resources including ICT packages
For an informal discussion about the role, please email recruit@bradfordcollege.ac.uk
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest and number of applications so early application is advised.
Bradford College
At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.
Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. Undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications to distance learning and short community courses.
We aim to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference in the lives of everyone at Bradford College.
Benefits of working at Bradford College:
Generous annual leave entitlement – equivalent to 30 days of holidays, plus bank holidays
Additional college closure days, including 2-week Christmas closure
Local government pension scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution
Annual salary reviews
Career progression opportunities – 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
Free sports and gym facilities
Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders
Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
Discounts on greener travel – cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa
On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant
A host of training development opportunities
Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.
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*If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.
Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken for this post including a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note that social media checks will also be undertaken during the recruitment process.
Please be aware it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children and vulnerable adults.