Student Learning Coaches - SEND

Harlow College; Harlow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Harlow is seeking a Student Learning Coach to provide essential support for students with special educational needs (SEND). The role involves assisting students with learning materials, clarifying content, and advocating for those with additional needs. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills, a desire to work with young people, and relevant educational qualifications. The position offers opportunities for professional development and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Training funding

Professional development opportunities

Excellent benefits package

Qualifications

• Desire to work with young people with SEND needs.
• Ability to work autonomously under pressure.
• Positive and inclusive manner with a solution-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide learning support to students to help them succeed.
• Clarify content and assist with note-taking.
• Support learners with additional needs.

Skills

Strong administrative skills

Organisational skills

Good communication

Education

Maths & English at Grade 4/Grade C

Job description

Overview

Student Learning Coaches - SEND

Hours are Monday - Thursday – 8.45-5.00pm and Friday 8.45am – 4.45pm. Term Time only. Starting salary £21,189.60 per annum (actual). Location: Harlow College. Permanent.

What the role entails

To provide learning support to students as appropriate, to enable them to fulfil their potential to achieve e.g. clarifying content, making simple notes, differentiating materials, improving their ability to manage their own learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide learning support to students to enable them to reach their potential on their course.
• Clarify content and assist with note-taking and differentiation of materials.
• Support learners with additional needs and advocate for SEND students.
• Support and learn how the further education sector works, working with various subject areas.

What we are looking for

• A desire to work with young people with SEND needs and strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Educated to a minimum of Maths & English at Grade 4/Grade C.
• A highly motivated, organised individual who can work autonomously and calmly under pressure.
• Good communication with people of all ages and backgrounds; positive and inclusive manner; solution focused.

What we can offer

The successful candidate can expect the College to fund any training required for the role, investment in their professional development, opportunities to further their career as well as an excellent benefits package.

How to apply / Contact

Still unsure if this is the right role for you? If you would like further information on this role or would like to arrange to come in for a visit, please contact the SEND office directly by phone on 01279 868210 or via email: [e-mail].

Closing date for applications is 19/10/2025. This vacancy may close early depending on the volume of applications received, we therefore encourage you to apply ASAP.

We are not currently taking applications from agencies. This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.