Transition Coach (Fixed Term, 2x Posts)

Your future is here

A place to inspire

Being part of Nottingham College means playing a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. Together, we’re making a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves. Here, you’ll have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career.

What you'll do

We recognise that great Transition Tutors come from a wide range of backgrounds. You may already have experience in education or learner support, or bring transferable skills and a strong commitment to supporting young people. We welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate:

• Experience of working with vulnerable young people in an education, training, or support setting
• A strong understanding of inclusive practice, learner needs, and progression pathways within education
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted, supportive relationships with learners and staff
• The ability to provide consistent, calm and supportive guidance to learners during periods of change
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accurate records
• A proactive, flexible approach, with the ability to work effectively across different curriculum areas and sites
• Experience of monitoring learner progress and identifying barriers to engagement or achievement
• A commitment to person-centered, trauma-informed approaches that support positive learner outcomes

Above all, you will bring a genuine passion for supporting young people, helping them overcome barriers, build confidence, and achieve their potential as they progress through their educational journey.

Who we're looking for

We are looking for a compassionate, proactive, and student-focused Transition Tutor to support learner progression across our college. This is a highly rewarding role where you will work closely with vulnerable learners, helping them to successfully transition into new curriculum areas and take their next steps in education. You will play a key role in ensuring that each learner’s journey is smooth, supportive, and tailored to their individual needs, aspirations, and support requirements.

You will support students to explore and access internal progression opportunities, delivering structured campus and curriculum tours to build confidence and familiarity with new environments. During this critical transition period, you will act as a consistent and trusted point of contact, helping learners settle into new expectations around attendance, engagement, and learning.

Working collaboratively with teaching, pastoral, and support teams, you will ensure that learner needs, reasonable adjustments, and support strategies are effectively shared and embedded, promoting a joined-up and inclusive approach. You will provide targeted support for learners from inclusive pathways, including Foundation Learning and King’s Trust programmes, as well as LALs and High Needs students, ensuring transitions are person-centered, trauma-informed, and empowering.

We are looking for someone who is adaptable, empathetic, and committed to making a positive difference, with the ability to build strong relationships and support students to engage, progress, and succeed.

For further details on this post which the job description and person specification cannot answer for you, please contact Kyle Hutchinson on  Kyle.Hutchinson@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk

Interviews /Assessments are planned for: TBC

Why Join us

• Competitive salary – £25,256 to £26,348 per annum FTE. (This will be pro-rata for part time posts)
• 35 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave 
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App  
• Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme 
• Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme 

A place to belong

At Nottingham College, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued, and understood.

We’re proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer, acknowledging the tailored support we offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities. As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we’re actively tackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningful support to those affected.

Our commitment to wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopause feel heard and supported.

Mental health matters here too — our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture of compassion and understanding across the college.

Through our Wellness Cafés – informal gatherings that invite open conversation – colleagues are encouraged to share experiences and support one another. Whether navigating health challenges or balancing work and personal life, wellbeing is prioritised at Nottingham College, allowing you to thrive in your career.

Nottingham College is a place where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference. Within our inclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need. 

Nottingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

Apply Now

If you’re ready to be part of something special, the future is here.

To apply, click ‘Apply for this job’ on the Nottingham College website, or visit Nottingham College – Current Vacancies  if viewing externally.

We value accessibility and inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you need help or information in another format, contact Peopleservices@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk or call us on 0115 884 2222.  

We review applications as they are received, so please apply early. We may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications, and interview dates may change.

Please note that this role does not meet the standard salary requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. However, Home Office exemptions may apply depending on individual circumstances. Candidates are advised to review the Skilled Worker visa criteria on GOV.UK before applying.