Personal Learning Coaches

Who are the Personal Learning Coaches at the college? 

What do Personal Learning Coaches do?

Personal Learning Coaches offer confidential support and advice with any aspect of your college journey. We are here to help you achieve your qualification, encourage you to develop, gain confidence, and to fulfil your own unique potential

The Personal Learning Coach team can help you make the most of your time and the opportunities available in college. Personal Learning Coaches can offer confidential support and help in any aspect of your journey through college. We can help you to organise your workload more effectively and we will support you in tackling any problem which is obstructing your progress or making you feel unhappy at college.

We are here to encourage you to develop, to gain confidence and to mature, fulfilling your own unique potential.

We offer a holistic service that is tailored to fit your individual needs.

It is important for you to know that meeting with a Personal Learning Coach is your choice and engaging with this service is optional.

Why do I need to see a Personal Learning Coach?

• Do you have problems meeting deadlines?
• Do you feel under pressure at college?
• Do you lack confidence?
• Do you find it hard to motivate yourself?
• Do you need help organising yourself?
• Do you need help identifying a career goal?
• Do your revision skills need fine tuning?

Things your Personal Learning Coach can do for you:

• Help you raise your game
• Help you identify goals
• Support you
• Provide access to specialist support
• Help you to work through any concerns
• Listen to you
• Be honest, open and impartial
• Respect your individuality
• Give regular feedback to you and your tutor
• Act as a mentor, advocate and coach

How can you get support from a Personal Learning Coach?

1. Talk to your tutor or teacher—they can pass on your details to us
2. Call in and see us at Student Services
3. Phone or e-mail for an appointment