Preparation for Adulthood Coach
This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The Vacancy
CROSS COLLEGE
Student Services
Preparation for Adulthood Coach RTF 2627-110
Permanent
35 hours per week
Professional Services
Spine points 20 -22
£27,698 - £29,522 per annum
Closing Date: 25th November 2026
Are you passionate about helping young people become confident, independent and ready for adult life?
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Preparation for Adulthood Coach to join our Foundation Learning team. This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people, including those with additional support needs, to develop the skills, confidence and resilience they need to thrive in education, employment and the community.
As a Preparation for Adulthood Coach, you will work closely with students on a one-to-one and group basis, helping them achieve their personal goals and progress towards positive future destinations. You will deliver engaging personal development activities, support attendance and engagement, and help students build practical life skills that promote independence and wellbeing.
What you'll be doing
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Managing a caseload of Foundation Learning students and supporting their individual progression.
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Delivering engaging Preparation for Adulthood and personal development programmes.
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Supporting students to develop confidence, resilience, employability and independent living skills.
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Monitoring attendance, engagement and wellbeing, providing targeted interventions where required.
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Working collaboratively with curriculum staff, parents/carers and external agencies to help remove barriers to learning and progression.
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Supporting independent travel and travel training activities where these contribute to student outcomes.
What we're looking for
You will have experience supporting young people or adults within education, training, community, youth work, care or a similar environment and be passionate about helping people achieve their potential.
You should be able to:
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Build positive and professional relationships with young people, including those with SEND and SEMH needs.
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Deliver engaging activities that promote personal development, wellbeing and progression.
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Support learners to set and achieve realistic goals.
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Work effectively with colleagues, families and external partners.
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Remain calm and professional when dealing with challenging situations.
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Maintain accurate records and use digital systems confidently.
A Level 2 qualification in English and Maths (or willingness to work towards) is essential. Relevant qualifications in education, learner support, coaching, mentoring, health and social care or related areas would be advantageous.
Why join us?
At Tyne Coast College Group, we are committed to helping every learner achieve their ambitions. You'll join a supportive team that is passionate about inclusion, wellbeing and preparing students for successful futures. We offer excellent opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people every day.
If you believe in empowering young people to become confident, independent adults, we'd love to hear from you.
TO APPLY AND TO VIEW DETAILS OF FURTHER EXCITING OPPORTUNITIES, PLEASE VISIT https://www.tynecoast.ac.uk
If you require any further information on our vacancies, please contact the HR Department on hr.recruitment@tynecoast.ac.uk or Tel: 0191 427 3500 and ask to be transferred through, quoting the post reference.
All positions at the College are subject to DBS clearance.
Please note if you are successful at the shortlisting stage interview details will be sent to the e-mail address you applied from.
The College is an Equal Opportunities employer. All employees have a responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
Who We Are
Tyne Coast College comprises South Tyneside College, Tyne Metropolitan College and South Shields Marine School.
We offer a vast range of educational opportunities for those aged 14 to adults - including a wide range of employer-led vocational programmes, Apprenticeships, Higher Education and specialist maritime training.
Our portfolio is multi-award winning, with national accolades and a global outstanding reputation for maritime provision. The College has a high performing SEND provision which has been recognised nationally and is a regional specialist in teaching and learning for learners with SEN. The college was rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted in February 2024.
Tyne Coast College is the North East’s world leading maritime training provider and was awarded the Queens Anniversary Prize for its expertise in creating high-tech under and above water digital scenarios.
As a strong proactive voice in the north east we are passionate about providing a dynamic and diverse curriculum brimming with the essential academic and vocational skills’ training that enables students to progress on to their chosen careers.
Our motto for a bigger, better, stronger future for the region encapsulates our commitment to the region, the business sector and those living and working in the north east.
Recruiting high-calibre, professional staff with vocational credibility is at the core of our success. We are looking for dynamic and innovative individuals with a passion for achieving excellence through delivering a first class quality service at all times.
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