Learning Support Coach

One to One personnel Limited; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37 hours per week

Term Time Only 36 weeks

£15.00 per hour

Holiday accrual

Onsite parking

Weekly Friday pay

Job summary

One to One personnel Limited in Chelmsford is seeking a Learning Support Coach to work on a temporary ongoing basis. The role pays £15.00 per hour and runs Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm, with 37 hours per week and term-time scheduling.

You’ll support learners with SEND, promote inclusion and work with staff to ensure effective outcomes under EHCP plans. The position requires SEND experience and an up-to-date DBS, with a start date aimed for w/c 4th September.

Qualifications

• Previous SEND experience is essential.
• An up-to-date DBS is essential.

Responsibilities

• Take a coaching approach to developing learners’ independence and confidence.
• Support learners to improve communication skills and personal decision making.
• Help learners prepare for adult life and develop practical life skills.
• Provide individual and small-group support within classroom and other settings.
• Provide SEND-related advice and practical strategies to staff across settings.
• Ensure learners work towards EHCP outcomes.
• Provide mobility assistance and access support (1:1, personal care, moving and handling).
• Promote SEND awareness across the business.
• Contribute to staff training on SEND needs.
• Collaborate with curriculum and support teams to promote inclusion.

Job description

Learning Support Coach | Chelmsford | Temporary Ongoing | £15.00 per hour

Purpose of the Role

Are you passionate about making a real difference to individuals with SEND? This is a rewarding opportunity to support individuals with learning difficulties and disabilities, helping them build confidence, develop independence and achieve their personal and academic goals.

You’ll provide one-to-one and group support, promote inclusion and wellbeing, and work closely with staff to ensure individuals receive the right support to thrive. Previous SEND experience and an up-to-date DBS are essential, with an ideal start date of W/C 4th September.

If you’re caring, enthusiastic and passionate about helping others succeed, we’d love to hear from you!

Main Duties & Responsibilities

SEND Coaching & Learner Support

• Take a coaching approach to developing learners’ independence and confidence.
• Support learners to improve their communication skills and ability to make appropriate personal choices and decisions.
• Help learners prepare for adult life and develop practical life skills.
• Provide individual and small-group support both within the classroom and in other settings.
• Provide SEND-related advice, guidance and practical strategies to staff across a range of settings.
• Ensure learners have appropriate opportunities to work towards the outcomes identified in their EHCPs.
• Provide support with individual mobility and access to the facilities, including:
  • 1:1 support.
  • Personal care.
  • Moving and handling.
• Promote awareness and understanding of SEND across the business.
• Contribute to staff training and development relating to the needs of learners with SEND.
• Work collaboratively with curriculum and business support teams to promote effective inclusion.

Administration

• Maintain accurate records of people’s progress.
• Support the tracking and monitoring of individuals.
• Provide general administrative support relating to people with SEND needs.
• Read and respond appropriately to emails and other company communications on a daily basis.

General Responsibilities

• Contribute to the achievement of the company’s strategic objectives, as appropriate.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures and practices.
• Follow Health and Safety at Work requirements and ensure relevant safety legislation and Codes of Practice are adhered to.
• Take responsibility for safeguarding and promoting Equality and Diversity.
• Take responsibility for personal professional development.
• Attend Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities as required.
• Participate in and promote staff development and appraisal processes.
• Undertake other reasonable duties appropriate to the role, grade and level of responsibility, either at the current place of work or at other establishments where the company provides services.

What’s in it for you?

• Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm 37 hours per week Term Time Only (36 weeks per year)
• Temporary on-going role with the view to go permanent for candidates that prove themselves
• £15.00 per hour - weekly Friday pay
• Holiday accrual
• Onsite parking