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What are we looking for?

We are looking to recruit a passionate and committed Special Educational Needs Support Coach. The intent of this role is to provide support for learners with additional needs. This support, in the form of off-timetable intervention, will be a part of our universal offer for learners with SEND.

What are we looking for?

We are looking to recruit a passionate and committed Special Educational Needs Support Coach. The intent of this role is to provide support for learners with additional needs. This support, in the form of off-timetable intervention, will be a part of our universal offer for learners with SEND.

The main responsibility of this role will be to conduct Learning Support Meetings for learners who have additional learning needs, including EHCP annual reviews, to provide out-of-class 1:1 and small group interventions.

This role will be pivotal in providing meaningful opportunities for success for our SEND learners and enabling them to secure positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Qualified to PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector) – Essential
• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths at grade C or above – Essential
• L2/L3 Safeguarding – Essential
• SEN qualifications demonstrating knowledge and competency with ASD (autism spectrum disorder)
• Behaviour management training

• Working with SEN (Special Educational Needs) learners to enable lesson participation
• Developing resources and working with ASD, ADHD
• Utilising EHCPs (Education, Health, and Care Plans) to plan for learner engagement
• Report writing and progress tracking
• Experience in small group settings
• Supporting independence skills, cooking sessions, and arranging trips
• Using scaffolding techniques to help learners understand different concepts
• Handling challenging behaviours confidently
• Engaging in effective communication with parents and professionals

• Provide LSA (Learning Support Assistant) support in lessons
• Assist Tutors in developing and monitoring learners’ support plans
• Offer 1:1 facilitation for learners not ready for classroom settings
• Develop and implement personalised support plans for learners with special educational needs
• Conduct regular one-on-one sessions to monitor student progress and adjust strategies
• Conduct initial assessments for learner starting points and provide feedback to tutors
• Support learners with communication techniques
• Foster a supportive and inclusive environment that promotes engagement and independence
• Organise parent meetings to discuss learner progress, challenges, and goals
• Collaborate with educational professionals to ensure a cohesive support network
• Act as a liaison between the centre, learners, and external support services
• Track student achievements and progress through records and reports
• Use assessment data to inform and adapt support strategies
• Provide feedback to learners, parents, and staff regarding learner progress

• Stay informed about current trends and best practices in special educational needs support.
• Attend relevant training and workshops to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Share expertise with colleagues through training sessions and collaborative projects.

• Contribute to the development of SEN programs and initiatives aimed at improving learner outcomes.
• Participate in the creation of resource materials and tools to support diverse learning needs.

• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Be familiar with and research updates to qualification specifications and handbooks for subject quality assurance.
• Participate in OFSTED inspections as required.
• Be very familiar with key company policies.