Inclusive Learning Coach

Whether delivering specialist 1:1 interventions, helping learners build confidence and independence, or working closely with curriculum teams to create inclusive learning environments, you'll play a key part in ensuring every learner has the opportunity to succeed. Successful candidates will be allocated to either Accrington & Rossendale College or Nelson & Colne College per academic year. Allocation may change in future years depending on learner recruitment and business need. What You Will Be Doing:

• Managing a caseload of SEND learners, many of whom have Education, Health and Care Plans, and monitoring their progress.
• Planning, delivering and evaluating targeted 1:1 / small-group interventions and workshops.
• Completing initial screenings and using results to inform support plans.
• Supporting learners with assistive technology.
• Maintaining accurate Inclusion Profiles and intervention records.
• Working closely with teaching staff to ensure inclusive practice and effective reasonable adjustments.
• Supporting learners during transitions, enrichment activities and across different curriculum areas.
• Communicating effectively with the ALS team, parents/carers, external agencies and other professionals to support learner progress and review outcomes.
• Attending annual reviews and representing ALS at wider college events.
• Promoting trauma-informed and restorative approaches to support learner engagement and wellbeing.
What We Are Looking For:
• A relevant Level 3 qualification (e.g., Education, Supporting Teaching and Learning, Specialist SEND) and GCSE Maths and English at grade C / 4 or above.
  
  Proven experience delivering effective 1:1 and small-group interventions for learners with SEND.
• Strong understanding of EHCPs, high needs provision and the statutory review process.
• Excellent working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice (2015) and inclusive practice within an FE setting.
• The ability to build positive relationships and communicate effectively with learners, staff, parents and external professionals.
• A practical understanding of trauma-informed practice and restorative approaches to support behaviour, engagement and wellbeing.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied caseload and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Sensitivity, professionalism and respect when supporting learners, including when providing physical or personal care.
• A genuine commitment to promoting inclusion, safeguarding and improving outcomes for learners with SEND.
  
  Generous annual leave allowance, plus Bank Holidays and closure days, and including a two-week closure over the Christmas period.
• Access to a workplace pension scheme - with generous employer contributions
• Enhanced occupational sick pay scheme and access to family friendly policies and benefits