Specialist Support Coach
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Responsibilities
- Provide tailored support to learners with additional needs, both in and out of the classroom
- You will provide tailored support through 1:1, small group and in-class interventions, supporting learners with a range of needs including ASC, ADHD, SEMH and communication difficulties
- Manage a caseload of learners, supporting attendance, study skills, English and Maths, engagement and achievement
- Contribute to EHCP outcomes and support positive learner progression
- Assist students in developing independence, confidence, and essential life skills
- Adapt support strategies to meet individual learning requirements
- Work closely with teaching staff and support teams to ensure student success
- Promote an inclusive, safe, and encouraging learning environment
Requirements
- Experience supporting individuals with additional needs (education, care, youth work, SEN support, or similar)
- Hold or be willing to work towards a relevant Level 3 or equivalent qualification
- A patient, empathetic, and student-centred approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to motivate and engage learners with diverse needs
- Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion
- Why Choose This Path?
- Make a meaningful difference supporting learners who need it most - without:
- High-pressure corporate environments
- Unpredictable or unsociable hours
- Physically demanding shift work
- Enjoy a career with purpose, stability, and the opportunity to truly change lives.
- Make a difference every day
- If you're ready to be part of a supportive team and help students overcome barriers to success, we'd love to hear from you.
- Closing Date: Thursday 14th May 2026
- Please note:
- Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
- Safer Recruitment
- We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
- As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.
Benefits
Additional Information
Do you have experience supporting learners with additional needs to achieve their full potential? Or are you passionate about helping students overcome barriers and thrive in education? If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact every day, this is your opportunity to build a rewarding career in education - offering stability, work-life balance, and the chance to empower learners to grow in confidence and independence. Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and play a key role in supporting students with additional learning needs in a supportive, inclusive, and student-focused environment.
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