SEN Learning Coach

• provide effective support to learners with additional needs in lessons and across the wider college environment
• promote learner independence, confidence, engagement and achievement
• enable learners to develop strategies and skills that support participation and long-term success
• work collaboratively with teaching staff and support teams to implement appropriate support approaches
• contribute to a positive, inclusive and aspirational learning environment
• support learner wellbeing and uphold safeguarding responsibilities at all times
• maintain appropriate records and contribute to reviews of learner progress and support arrangements

• a strong commitment to inclusion, participation and learner success
• the ability to build positive and professional relationships with learners and colleagues
• effective communication and teamwork skills
• a professional, proactive and solution-focused approach
• high expectations for what learners can achieve
• a willingness to undertake further professional development, including the Level 5 apprenticeship opportunity where applicable

Previous experience of supporting young people, adults or learners with additional needs

• the opportunity to undertake a nationally recognised Level 5 apprenticeship
• strong professional development opportunities
• the chance to build a longer-term career in the sector
• a supportive and collaborative working environment
• access to employee wellbeing support
• generous annual leave entitlement
• membership of the relevant pension scheme
• the opportunity to work in a college that is ambitious for its learners and staff
• Contributory salary pension scheme (Local Government)
• Continuing Professional Development for all staff
• £500 Refer a friend and earn a reward
• Employee Assistance Programme – Staff have access to this programme. It is a free and strictly confidential short-term counselling and support service (up to four meetings after an initial assessment session with a qualified counsellor)
• The College offers an eye sight test for anyone who meets the criteria as described within the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations
• Progressive family friendly policies (exceeding statutory requirements) that supports a health work/life balance, all staff are entitled to request flexible working