Study Support Coach

Study Support Coach

We are looking for a Study support coach to support our PMLD and Complex needs department. The Vine is a department with over 50 Learners with Complex needs and behaviours that can challenge. We deliver a varied Curriculum to meet each of our learners' individual needs in line with their EHCP's. Our highly skilled team takes pride in developing our learners' personal and preparation for adulthood skills to prepare them for their future life.

What You Will Do

• You will manage Learning Support Assistants to our PMLD learners aged 16-25
• You will support therapeutic, behaviour intervention support, personal care and medical needs.
• You will complete assessments and referrals throughout the year.
• You will work with the curriculum team to facilitate relevant lesson delivery
• You will be responsible for the creation and upkeep of support documents throughout the year.
• You will lead on 1-1 interventions
• You will support our learners with support and guidance throughout their academic journey by helping to create exciting/relevant resources that can aid in the delivery of the courses within our college.

About You

• You will have experience in a Further Education setting specialising in PMLD and complex needs and be able to demonstrate a passion for new and innovative ideas.
• You will have current management experience, or be looking for your next step into leadership.
• Your experience will include positively managing students to ensure excellent retention, achievement, success and attendance with our cohort of learners.
• You will build positive relationships with students and staff using restorative practice techniques, be flexible and a positive role model across our campus.
• Your skill-set will also include excellent organisation skills and the ability to provide productive insight into the development of the courses.

Benefits

• Annual leave entitlement - 27 days plus bank holidays and up to 5 discretionary closure days at Christmas (pro rata for part time staff).
• Generous Pension schemes - Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Memberships and discounts - TOTUM card.
• Travel and commuting - discounted travel via Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Employee wellbeing initiatives.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (varies by role).

About Us

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and is one of the biggest providers of apprenticeships regionally. We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment. We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff.

Safeguarding

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check.