SEN Support Coach

TCHC; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A renowned education support organization in Ipswich is seeking a passionate SEN Support Coach. You will provide tailored 1:1 and small group interventions to learners, ensuring they gain independence and positive outcomes. Qualifications include PTLLS certification and GCSEs in English and Maths. The role involves working 37.5 hours per week during term time, with a competitive benefits package, including annual leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

20 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Birthday leave

Sickness pay allowance

Pension scheme

Bupa Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Travel reimbursement

Qualifications

• Qualified to PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector).
• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths at grade C or above.
• L2 / L3 Safeguarding qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to learners in both group and individual settings.
• Assist with lesson preparation and Individual Student Plans.
• Follow and promote safeguarding policies.

Skills

Experience with ASD

Behaviour management training

Education

PTLLS qualification

GCSE in English and Maths at grade C or above

L2 / L3 Safeguarding qualification

Job description

Overview

Who are we

TCHC Group has been creating opportunities since 2004 supporting young people and adults to learn achieve and progress. Were an ethical friendly and disability-confident employer that believes in working together to make a difference. TCHC is a disability confident committed employer.

Who are we looking for

We’re looking for a passionate SEN Support Coach to support learners. You’ll provide 1:1 and small group interventions, support EHCP reviews, and help learners gain independence, confidence and positive outcomes. At our centre we aim to create an environment where learning is engaging and tailored to meet the needs of every learner.

Job Title: SEN Support Coach

Location: Ipswich

Working Hours: 8.30 am to 5.00 pm, 1-hour lunch, Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week (Term Time only 38 plus 2 weeks). Some flexibility on these hours may be required.

Contract Type: Fixed Term contract until Jul 26 (this contract can be extended depending on the needs of the organisation)

Reports to: Centre Manager

Salary: 21,546 gross per annum (FT equivalent 24,570)

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to learners in both group and individual settings
• Play an active role in classroom and physical activities alongside tutors
• Gain on-the-job training with continued professional development (CPD)
• Assist with lesson preparation, schemes of work, Individual Student Plans (ISPs) and Care Plans
• Maintain knowledge of each learner’s stage of development, assessments and support needs
• Support with educational visits and accompany learners when required
• Follow and promote safeguarding, health & safety, confidentiality and data protection policies

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

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

TCHC is dedicated to promoting equal opportunities and preventing discrimination for everyone. Our commitment extends to adhering to Safer Recruitment Policies, safeguarding practices, complying with the Prevent Duty and advocating for the well-being of children, youth and adults. We will continuously enhance and refine our safeguarding processes and procedures, fostering a culture of safeguarding among our team members and volunteers.

Commitment to Safeguarding

TCHC is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. All staff are expected to adhere to our Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy and the safeguarding responsibilities outlined in their job description.

We conduct Safer Recruitment Checks on all staff prior to confirming a start date in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. An online search of information within the public domain is conducted on all candidates who are invited to interview.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975 amended 2013 and 2020) provide that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are protected so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed employers cannot take them into account. The MOJs guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

Please see our Recruitment with Safer Recruitment Policy for further information or get in touch on.

Pre-employment checks

The company also conducts an internal online search on social media platforms in accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Should any pertinent information arise from this search, it will be discussed with the applicant as part of the recruitment process.

Please note that upon a successful job offer the company performs digitalised right-to-work checks and initiates DBS applications through an external service provider. An enhanced DBS check including the barred list is mandatory for this role.

Rewards for your hard work

For us here at TCHC reward means far more than just pay. Our generous and competitive benefits package includes:

• The full-time equivalent annual leave entitlement is 20 days per year in addition to 8 UK public holidays. An additional day of leave will be added for each complete year of service, up to a maximum of 5 additional days after 5 years of service, giving a maximum total annual leave entitlement of 25 days. Pro rata for part-time hours.
• Christmas and New Year shutdown period with an additional 3 days of leave at full pay after 1 year of service (pro rata for part-time hours).
• Birthday leave at full pay when your birthday falls on a working day.
• Sickness pay allowance after the probationary period.
• Pension scheme after 3 months of employment with us.
• Bupa Cash Plan level 1 after the probationary period.
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7) for immediate family (eligibility applies).
• Discounted BUPA membership (subject to qualifying conditions).
• Long Service club loyalty gifts at 5 and 10 years of continuous service.
• Quarterly and annual awards.
• Company tools and equipment for the performance of duties.
• Travel reimbursement to locations outside of the Centre (excluding travel to the usual workplace).

How to Apply

To apply, please complete the online application form.

Employment Type: Part-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary: 24,500