Student Support Specialist

Juniper Training Limited; Leicester Forest East; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Buy & sell annual leave

Mileage allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Long service awards

Company events

Job summary

Juniper Training Limited is seeking a Student Support Specialist to strengthen SEND provision across centres, coordinating support for students with EHCPs and travelling across sites in the South of England and London, with some Midlands travel.

You will lead SEND training for staff, develop EHCP-linked resources, and help shape a Support Plan process that centers on each student’s needs, wellbeing and inclusive practice, while safeguarding and inclusion are prioritised.

Qualifications

• Level 2 English and Maths.
• Knowledge of standards in teaching and training.
• Understanding EHCP needs and effective interventions.
• Level 3 teaching qualification to train others.

Responsibilities

• Lead SEND training for staff.
• Develop EHCP linked resources and interventions.
• Shape a Support Plan process centred on individual needs.
• Monitor EHCP outcomes and progress.
• Champion inclusion and safeguarding in practice.

Skills

SEND training

Stakeholder coordination

Intervention planning

Student advocacy

Safeguarding

Education

Level 2 English & Maths

Level 3 teaching qualification

Post-16 education experience

Tools

Driver with own vehicle

Job description

Student Support Specialist

Salary: £26,000 - £30,000
Location: Hyrid role – some home working with regular travel to sites in the South of England/London and occasional travel to Wolverhampton for training and meetings. Candidates will ideally be based in the Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire regions.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the lives and outcomes of students with SEND and EHCPs. You’ll play a key role in strengthening SEND provision across the organisation, working closely with centres to ensure students receive personalised, effective support that helps them thrive.

You’ll lead and coordinate engaging SEND training for staff, share practical strategies and interventions, develop resources linked to EHCP outcomes, and help shape a Support Plan process that puts students’ individual needs at the heart of what we do.

Alongside this, you’ll champion a culture of inclusion, safeguarding and student wellbeing, helping to ensure every young person feels supported, valued and able to reach their potential.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Champion and strengthen SEND provision across the organisation, with a particular focus on students with EHCPs.
• Work closely with centres, staff and Local Authorities to ensure students receive personalised, effective support that enables them to thrive.
• Monitor student progress and provision, ensuring EHCP needs, strategies and interventions are reflected in effective Support Plans.
• Build positive relationships with students, acting as an advocate for their needs and ensuring they receive the support they are entitled to.
• Support centres with EHCP consultations, assessments and annual reviews.
• Develop and share practical resources, strategies and interventions to remove barriers to learning and improve outcomes.

Training & Development

• Deliver engaging SEND training and workshops that build staff knowledge, confidence and practical skills.
• Keep up to date with SEND legislation, guidance and best practice, particularly within post-16 education.
• Mentor and support staff to strengthen teaching, learning, assessment and inclusive practice.
• Evaluate the impact of training and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Continuous Improvement

• Develop and embed effective SEND/EHCP processes, policies and support systems across the organisation.
• Strengthen the connection between EHCP outcomes, interventions and wider student support.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to staff and centres on SEND-related matters.
• Contribute to a culture of inclusion, high expectations and continuous improvement.

Safeguarding

• Champion student wellbeing and safeguarding, including the prevention of radicalisation and promotion of British Values.
• All employees are expected to understand and uphold their safeguarding responsibilities, with appropriate DBS and safer recruitment checks required.

What You Need to Bring to the Table

• Level 2 in English and Maths
• Knowledge & experience of standards in teaching & training
• Sound understanding of student needs, barriers and effective interventions
• Dyslexia, ADHD and autism CPD training
• Level 3 teaching qualification with the ability to train and develop others
• Good presentation, communications and interpersonal skills
• Driver with own vehicle and willingness to travel (the role will include travel to our South East & London centres and occasional travel to the West Midlands for meetings and training)

Bonus points if you have

• Level 2 ADHD or Level 3 Dyslexia qualifications
• Level 4 or 5 teaching qualification
• Post Graduate Specialist Teaching qualification in SEND

Perks & Benefits – Because You Deserve It!

• 25 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service
• Buy & sell annual leave
• Earn an extra week of leave just by exercising!
• Paid mileage (35p per mile, above normal work mileage)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Long service & special recognition awards
• Juniper Lottery & Dragons’ Den competitions
• PRIDE monthly celebrations
• Early Finish Fridays (2:30pm!)
• Christmas Savings Club
• Eyecare reimbursement
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme (after 5 years’ service)
• Critical Illness Cover (after 5 years’ service)
• Corporate events throughout the year!

Diversity, Inclusion & Safeguarding

At Juniper Training Ltd, we believe that language should never be a barrier to opportunity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination. We actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

Juniper Training is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment.

As part of our safer recruitment process, we carefully review all applications, check employment history and references, and investigate any gaps in employment. Pre-employment checks will also include verification of identity, right to work in the UK, and relevant qualifications.

Where roles involve working with young people or vulnerable adults, they are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and successful applicants will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks, which may include an enhanced check through the Disclosure and Barring Service.

We may also carry out online searches on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will do our best to support you.

Join us in building a workplace that champions diversity, equity, inclusion, and safeguarding for all.