Weston College Group
SEND Job Coach
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SEND Job Coach
SEND Job Coach
As one of the fastest-growing Colleges in the UK, delivering courses from entry level to Masters degrees, Weston College is an inspiring place to work. Join our team as a SEND Job Coach in this full-time (37 hours per week, all-year-round) role based across our Weston-super-Mare campuses.
About the Role
This critical position requires interviews conducted on-site at one of our campuses in Weston-super-Mare. As a SEND Job Coach, your duties will span assessment, intervention, and support delivery to help students with special educational needs achieve sustainable employment outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Assessment & Tracking
- Conduct thorough Initial Needs Assessments and Vocational Profiling (alongside other tailored assessments) to identify support requirements.
- Effectively track and monitor student progress, ensuring alignment with successful outcomes.
Job Coaching & Standards Adherence
- Proactively deliver job coaching services while adhering to:
- The SEND Code of Practice
- Supported Employment National Occupational Standards
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Support Programme Management
- Plan, monitor, and review individualised support programmes.
- Ensure compliance with all elements specified in a student’s Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and provide seamless tracking of progress.
Collaboration with EHCP Team
- Closely liaise with the EHCP Coordinator to:
- Facilitate a smooth process for EHCP applications.
- Develop and finalise required documentation.
- Ensure statutory compliance.
Required Skills & Qualifications
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualifications | LDD or SEND qualification required (or willingness to obtain one with College assistance within 2 years). |
| Experience | Proven track record of successful learning support and job coaching with demonstrable paid employment outcomes. |
| Conditions & Disabilities | Deep knowledge of how learning difficulties/disabilities impact education and employment accessibility strategies. |
| Methodologies | Expertise in evidence-based job coaching and modern learning strategies. |
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Company Commitments
- Safeguarding: Weston College upholds a strict commitment to safeguarding young people and vulnerable adults. All employees/volunteers must adhere to these standards.
- Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI): The College is a Disability Confident employer, actively encouraging applications from underrepresented groups.
- Secure reasonable adjustments for applicants/employees during recruitment or employment by contacting: 📞 01934 411441 (emphasise dedicated support throughout the process).
- Early Application Note: This vacancy may close before the specified deadline due to high demand—applications submitted early are encouraged.
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