Additional Learning Support Coach

Overall Purpose:

To provide high-quality support to students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), enabling them to access learning and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support in the Classroom:

• Assist the L&D Coaches in delivering lessons, providing additional support as needed.

• Work with individuals or small groups of students, tailoring support to their specific needs.

• Use a range of teaching strategies and resources to engage and motivate apprentices.

• Encourage positive behaviour and create a supportive learning environment.

• Individual Support:

• Provide one-to-one support to apprentices with complex needs, EHC Plans and following individual education plans (IEPs).

• Promote independence and self-esteem in students.

• Complete monthly support sessions for learners following a neurodiversity plan.

• Communication and Collaboration:

• Maintain regular communication with the Learning and Development Coach, safeguarding and management team to share observations and progress updates.

• Work collaboratively with other professionals, such as speech therapists and occupational therapists.

• Attend and contribute to meetings, reviews and parent consultations.

• Record Keeping and Administration:

• Maintain accurate records of student progress and interventions.

• Prepare and organise learning materials as required.

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

• Relevant qualifications in education or childcare (preferred)
• Experience working with children with SEND
• Strong understanding of child development and learning theories
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude 1
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing circumstances
• Strong organisational and time management skills

Desirable Qualifications and Skills:

• Knowledge of specific SEN conditions and strategies
• Experience using assistive technology
• First aid qualification

Note: This job description is a general outline and may vary depending on the specific needs of the school and the role.

About Us

As the UK’s largest independent travel agency, Hays Travel specialises in providing good value, quality holidays, alongside excellent customer service. We work with all leading suppliers and can package holidays that include hotels, flights, cruises, tours, attraction tickets, and more. We have over 470 Branches throughout the UK and our Head Office based in Sunderland, is home to tour operator teams, finance, marketing, people/HR and IT, plus many more. We have been operating for over 40 years, and continue to grow each year.

Our values

Our SMILE values are embedded in to our company and ensure our teams work strongly together. You and all of our colleagues will ensure that the Hays Travel values are demonstrated at all times.

• Supportive
• Motivational
• Innovative
• Loyal
• Excellent

What it’s like to work for us?

Whichever location or department you work in, our people are always at the heart of everything we do. We offer a range of training programmes to help you progress personally and professionally, as we know the benefits of promoting and rewarding our hardworking colleagues are extremely important.

Of course, it's not all about work. We're very sociable and there are always lots of team nights-out and company parties. Plus, there are opportunities to travel abroad on educational trips, and you can also take advantage of our colleague discount when booking your own holidays.

Hays Travel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all colleagues. As an accredited employer provider of apprenticeships, we undertake basic checks through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to ensure the safety of our apprentices for relevant roles.