Learning Coach

Newton Abbot College; Highweek; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Voice heard

Growth potential

Continued PD

Job summary

Newton Abbot College is seeking a Learning Coach to support students in developing their learning skills within an inclusive environment. You will help every student realise their potential and contribute to a culture of curiosity and love of learning.

The role focuses on preparing and supervising activities, providing individualized learning support, and collaborating with teachers to plan and evaluate interventions. A commitment to safeguarding is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people, ideally in an educational setting.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.
• Open to feedback and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and supervise activities to support children's development and safety.
• Attend to physical and emotional needs of individuals or groups.
• Provide scaffolding of learning tasks under teacher direction (1:1 or in lessons).
• Monitor progress and report needs to the classroom teacher or supervisor.
• Assist in planning, delivery and evaluation of interventions.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Adaptability

SEND experience

Job description

As a Learning Coach, you will play a key role in supporting our students to develop their learning skills. In our inclusive and supportive environment, you'll help every student, regardless of background or ability, to realise their potential.

What makes us special

Our staff team believe passionately in the power of education to transform lives. We are committed to providing the best possible educational experience that we can; an experience that supports, challenges and inspires our students to achieve their potential and develop into well rounded, kind, resilient and responsible young people, who have a deep love of learning and a curiosity about the world in which they live.

We're looking for someone who:

• Shares our values and vision for inclusive education
• Has high expectations for all students and is passionate about helping them achieve their best
• Is passionate about helping students with SEND to achieve their very best
• Is open to feedback, and committed to developing their own practice
• Has experience working with young people, ideally in an educational setting
• Is kind, patient, flexible, and a strong communicator
• Is organised, proactive, and a collaborative team player
• Acts as a positive and professional role model, demonstrating high expectations at all times
• Would love to join a dedicated staff team who are committed to improving the quality of education across our school
• Is committed to safeguarding.

In this role you will:

• Prepare for and supervise activities of the individual or groups of children to ensure their general safety and welfare and to facilitate their development in line with the designated duties of the post and only under the direction of the class teacher.
• To undertake activities necessary to meet the physical and emotional needs of individuals and groups of children.
• Under the guidance of the subject teacher, provide scaffolding of learning tasks; verbally, visually and in writing for identified students within lessons and on a 1:1 basis.
• To be aware of individual students' needs and progress and report these to the classroom teacher or designated supervisor when requested or necessary.
• Assist in the planning, delivery and evaluation of interventions.

We offer:

• A role where your work really matters and we listen to your voice
• The opportunity to work in an established team who are invested in growing the potential of others and who are committed to continuous improvement
• Ongoing professional development

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 10th November at 9.00am. Interviews will be held onsite week commencing the 16th November.

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