Job Description

College
Location
Newbury, Berkshire
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Part Time
Salary
20,453 - 21,694 Actual / 29,106 - 30,991 FTE
Posted
19th December 2025
Expires
30th January 2026 11:59 PM
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Job ID
1527312

Higher Education Academic Skills Coach

Hours:

26 hours per week / 52 weeks per year

Salary:

20,453 - 21,694 Actual / 29,106 - 30,991 FTE (depending on qualifications and experience)

Are you passionate about helping Higher Education students unlock their full academic potential and thrive in their studies?

We are excited to offer this opportunity for a motivated and passionate Higher Education Academic Skills Coach to join our team.

In this role you will:

Support and empower learners by managing a caseload of HE apprentices and adult learners, creating tailored action plans to help them succeed. Design and deliver engaging workshops and lectures on key academic skills topics. Provide one-to-one and small group coaching, guiding students to understand feedback, set goals, and improve academic performance. Monitor progress and impact through regular tutorials and action plan reviews. Ensure compliance and accuracy by recording key data.

What you will bring to the role:

A degree-level qualification Proven experience working with adults with learning differences and delivering teaching or coaching in a Higher Education environment. Excellent communication and presentation skills, strong IT competence, and the ability to relate to individuals from diverse backgrounds.

About Newbury College and University Centre Newbury:

We are a dynamic further and higher education institution located in the heart of West Berkshire, recognised for our forward-thinking approach and commitment to student success. Our campus is a hub of creativity and innovation, and our mission is "creating opportunities to transform lives", which we achieve through unparalleled support for our students and ongoing professional development for our staff. By joining us, you will be part of a team dedicated to making a significant impact in the community.

What we offer:

Financial Benefits:

Competitive salary reflective of experience and commitment to educational excellence Local Government Pension Scheme

Health and Wellness:

Occupational Sick Pay Scheme Occupational Maternity Pay Scheme On-site gym membership at an annual fee of 20 Wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Scheme and other activities and facilities Free Annual Flu Jab

Professional Development:

Development opportunities through workshops, training, and courses Professional development tailored to further qualifications and career advancement

Work-Life Balance:

25 days of holiday pro rata Flexible working options to ensure a healthy balance between professional and personal life

Campus Amenities and Discounts:

Free onsite parking Access to a corporate discount scheme Discounts on hair and beauty treatments at the Newbury College salon Good value food and drink at the Street Cafe Discounted childcare at the on-site nursery for staff (operated by a third party) Staff recognition awards; celebrating the excellence in all we do Staff Summer Event

Criteria:

Please find the job description attached

If you are excited about the prospect of making a significant impact on our students' careers in our role of Higher Education Academic Skills Coach, we would love to hear from you.



We understand that no candidate will perfectly match every qualification or criterion listed. If your experience differs from what we've outlined but you believe you can contribute to this role, we encourage you to apply!



If you're interested in this position, please apply below or send your CV to recruitment @newbury-college.ac.uk as an expression of interest. Please note that applications must be submitted through our website.