Learning Advisor

Learning Advisor
 

Reference number: JR243452

Location: Kaplan International College London

Working pattern: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract, Until end of July 2025

Number of roles: 3

Salary: £28,850 per annum pro rata

We are looking for Learning Advisors to join our team. 

As the Learning Advisor, you will:

• Ensure students know what they need to do to pass modules and to reach their requirements to progress.

• Ensure students understand deadlines, assessment dates, and other information.

• Ensure students submit their completed e-portfolio to successfully fulfil their programme requirements.

• Support students to have excellent attendance and engagement.

• Signpost students with health, welfare and other issues to relevant staff.

• Note students who indicate they might have alternative university plans.

• See if students’ progress is going to be impeded by outstanding fees to the college.

• Over the summer months, lead successful students through the process of enrolling at host.

• Provide feedback to staff and others (parents, sponsors) on individual students.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Academic Advisor, who is looking to expand their skills and build their career with an industry leader. 

A detailed job description can be viewed here.  If the link does not work for you, please copy and paste the following URL into your web browser: https://tinyurl.com/mpwrch43.

What you’ll bring to the role 

• An undergraduate degree or equivalent

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills

• Ability and desire to motivate young adults to do their best

• Ability to record information accurately and meet deadlines

• A strong commitment to equity and inclusion

• A non-judgemental, mature approach

• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a range of different teams in order to continually improve the student experience

• The ability to provide consistently high quality work, respond to feedback and be self-reflective

• The ability to work confidently with IT systems and platforms

What we do 
 

The role is based at Kaplan International College London (KIC London), a vibrant university pathways college where students from more than 80 countries come to prepare for entry onto undergraduate or postgraduate courses at one of our 7 prestigious university partners. Following a recent major refurbishment project, KIC London offers students a beautiful, state-of-the-art study environment, with a range of learning spaces which encourage both collaboration and independence. Our KIC London team is committed to ensuring our students thrive socially and academically during their studies. Our college is located next to borough market, two minutes from London Bridge station, offering fantastic views across the Thames to the City of London. 

 
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What we offer 

As well as a competitive salary, hybrid/home working where possible, and paths for career progression, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: 

• 28 days annual leave* 

• Big discounts on Kaplan courses for you and your family

• 24/7 confidential helpline providing counselling and other support services 

• Company pension contributions 

• Maternity, Adoption, Shared Parental and Paternity/Partner pay which is well above statutory levels 

• Medicash Health Cash Plan 

*Please note that the annual leave entitlement will be calculated on a pro rata basis if the role is part time. 

How to apply 

To apply for this role please submit a CV along with a Cover Letter detailing how you meet the requirements of the role no later than 8th December 2024. Note, we recommend that you apply at the earliest as we reserve the right to close the role before the closing date if we have gathered a suitable shortlist. 

Additional Application Information 

Kaplan is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.

This role involves working with learners who are under 18 years old and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Recruitment checks are undertaken in accordance with our background-checking policy. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure (including children’s barred list) via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. In addition to the DBS check, for roles that include teaching or coaching, a Prohibition from Teaching Check will be completed through the Teaching Regulation Agency. Please be aware that it is an offense to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Application Support  

If you require support completing the application or wish to talk to someone about the role, please email the Recruitment Team recruit.request@kaplan.com.

Disability Confident Scheme and Reasonable Adjustments 

At Kaplan International Pathways, we're dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive global workforce. As equal opportunity employers, we ensure fair treatment for all employees, safeguarding them from discrimination based on protected characteristics as defined in the Equality Act 2010, and beyond. 

We actively welcome individuals from varied backgrounds to apply for roles within our organisation, appreciating the distinct viewpoints and contributions they offer. We especially encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, women, people with visible and hidden disabilities, and individuals of any age or family status. 

Following the submission of an application, applicants will receive details of how to request their application be considered under our Disability Confident Scheme.  Applicants will also be given information on how to request reasonable adjustments if selected for interview. 

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