SEND Job Coach

SEND Job Coach Location: Northumberland Salary: £24,309 to £26,881 per annum Post Type: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Monday 08 December 2025 Reference: 0894-25 About The College Northumberland College is Ofsted Outstanding and is currently building a multi-million, state of the art, new college campus in Ashington, due to open in 2026. The successful candidate will be based at the new college where a purpose-built construction, housing, advanced manufacturing and engineering centre will be located. Curriculum spans technical, vocational further and higher education and includes large apprenticeship provision and dedicated centres for young people with SEND. The College has two main campuses in Ashington, and Ponteland, and as part of the college group Education Partnership Northeast, it also has a significant number of satellite delivery centres across the region. Served by easy road links, and the new train station in Ashington, when Northumberland College opens its new Department for Education backed campus at Wansbeck Business Park, the college will boast a national trailblazer both in architectural design and operation. This major £52 million+ investment comes on top of the College recently driving £14million into new facilities and resources at its existing sites. Please see the following link to our 2024 Ofsted Report, in which we were graded as being Outstanding across all areas - Ofsted-Report-Outstanding. About The Candidate As a changemaker, you will support in delivering a bespoke SEND curriculum that is truly inclusive, ambitious, and future-focused. You will support in ensuring each learner with SEND has the best opportunity to succeed in a workplace environment. By liaising and working with employers, you will enrich a culture of support that will open up potential careers and opportunities for learners SEND. About The Role A SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) Job Coach plays a crucial role in supporting young people and adults with special educational needs and/or disabilities to gain, sustain, and thrive in employment or work placements. You will be responsible for preparing students, job searching, workplace support and ongoing development, working with students, families and employers to ensure the best possible chance of sustained employment. Role Responsibilities Develop individual support plans for learners with SEND. Provide workplace preparation support. Source appropriate and suitable job matches and placements for students. Offer on‑the‑job support (job coaching). Monitor, review and report on student progress. Support in job applications, interviews and preparation for life skills. Qualifications Level 2 English and maths (or equivalent). Level 3 or above teaching qualification. Evidence of up to date CPD. Essential Skills & Experience Full driving licence and access to a vehicle. Experience of supporting learners with SEND. Effective communication skills and proven experience of working with external stakeholders. Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion. What’s in it for you? Enjoy a generous holiday allowance ranging between 35-48 days per year, plus public holidays (excluding Term Time Only contracts). Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role). LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme (dependent on role 15.7% - 28.68%). Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more. We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans. Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Free parking on most campuses. Free gym access available at Bede Campus. Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check. We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Northumberland College by 2x Get notified about new Job Coach jobs in Northumberland, England, United Kingdom. #J-18808-Ljbffr