We are seeking a Progress Coach to track and monitor student attendance, punctuality, engagement and achievement, as well as safeguarding concerns. You will be responsible for the progress, performance, behaviour and wellbeing of a caseload of students, taking measures to assist them in exceeding their target grades.

As a Progress Coach, you will support and monitor students, working with them individually and in groups, to assist with the delivery of a comprehensive tutorial programme. You will help students focus on their learning and study skills, enabling them to make academic progress and achieve their full potential. In doing so, you will also ensure their holistic development, fostering key British values such as democracy, mutual respect, and individual liberty. Additionally, you will emphasise the Skills Agenda, helping students develop and identify essential skills for their future career aspirations and personal growth.

The ideal candidate will enjoy working with young people and liaising with parents and carers to establish positive relationships.

At SJR we value work-life balance and the wellbeing of our employees and will endeavour to support flexible working arrangements where possible, whilst ensuring the operational needs of the College are met. We promote equality of opportunity and embrace diversity. The College is accredited as a Disability Confident Employer and is a recognised supporter of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter.

St John Rigby College offers a wide range of academic and vocational courses at all levels in a highly supportive and caring environment to approximately 1500 full-time students aged 16-18. We welcome applications from people who are keen to work with us to deliver educational excellence at all levels.

In January 2024 the College retained its Ofsted "outstanding" judgement with inspectors commenting; "students are highly motivated to achieve" They embody the culture of kindness, mutual respect and high expectation that permeate the college". In December 2023, the "outstanding" inspection report from the Catholic Schools Inspectorate began with; "St John Rigby College is a joyful, happy and supportive community."