SEND Learning Coach (Maternity Cover)

Star Academies; London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Star Academies is seeking a SEND Learning Coach in London to provide dedicated support for pupils in a committed team. This role involves working closely with students to foster an outstanding learning environment, with a focus on supporting those with additional needs. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background and a passion for making a difference in young people's lives.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Pension schemes

Generous holiday entitlements

Healthcare cash plans

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong academic record in Maths and English.
• Experience working with SEND children.
• Practical experience in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils.
• Contribute to teachers' planning and lesson preparation.
• Work with pupils one to one, in small groups, and whole classes.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Technical skills

Ability to support learning

Education

Maths and English GCSE grade C (or equivalent)

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Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

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Job Description:

Do you have the drive, passion and commitment to deliver outstanding support to help young people in a disadvantaged community? If so, joining the Star support team might just be the best career move you ever make. This is your opportunity to join a dedicated team of support staff who are committed to providing the best possible education for our pupils.

About The Olive School, Hackney

The Olive School, Hackney is a Muslim faith-based, primary school for 4 to 11 year olds, which welcomes pupils from all faiths and none. We opened in 2013 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism. We were graded as ‘Outstanding’ in all areas during our most recent Ofsted inspection in May 2025 a result we’ve maintained since our first inspection in May 2015.

We have an exemplary reputation for excellence in every aspect of school life. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a dedicated individual to provide tailored support to our pupils. You will be committed to making a positive difference to young people’s lives and in supporting and developing their learning. Your intervention will help enable an outstanding learning environment for our young people, providing the support they need to succeed.

The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and technical skills. You will have the ability to effectively support learning and teaching, and to develop relationships across our school and the Star community.

You will have:

• A strong academic record including Maths and English GCSE grade C (or equivalent) or better.
• Experience of working with children with SEND.
• Practical experience of working with children within an educational setting (voluntary or paid).
• The ability to work one to one, in small groups and with whole classes.
• The ability to contribute effectively to teachers’ planning and preparation of lessons.

Star Academies is a high-performing multi-academy trust that runs more than 30 primary and secondary schools. We are a values-based organisation that works to improve the life chances of young people in areas of social and economic deprivation to help them succeed at the highest levels of education, employment and the professions. Every single day you’ll be rewarded with the opportunity to shape a young person’s future - our STAR values embody what we believe is needed to succeed.

Professional development is key to our ongoing success, so we continually invest in our employees through our professional development hub, Star Talent Academy . With a wealth of training, mentoring and progression opportunities across a large, growing group of academies, joining our team of leading education experts could propel your career to the next level.

We can also offer you a range of rewards and benefits , including competitive salaries and pension schemes, generous holiday entitlements and healthcare cash plans.

Find out more

Please download the job description and person specification below for further information about the role. For an informal and confidential discussion about the role please call us on 020 7683 7436.

Key Dates

Closing Date: Friday, 4 July 2025 at midnight.

Interview Date: To be confirmed.

Proposed Start Date: Monday, 1 September 2025.

Application Process

To apply for this vacancy please use the 'Apply for job' link below. You should ensure your application form and supporting statement address all elements of the person specification. We will only consider candidates who meet the vast majority of the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.

Our Commitment

Star Academies is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils. Our comprehensive recruitment and selection processes aim to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks.

We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity. We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.