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SEND Job Coach
Reference: OCT20263178
Expiry date: 12:00, Thu, 5th Nov 2026
Location: Walsall
Benefits: Please see a detailed list of our benefits within the advert text.
We currently have a rare opportunity for someone to join our supported learning department as a SEND Job Coach on a part time basis.
The role of the SEND Job Coach is to provide end to end support for students in the Supported Learning department to access meaningful experiences of work. In line with the SEND Code of Practice and Preparation for Adulthood, students with Learning Difficulties and/or Disabilities must have opportunities to achieve employment related outcomes.
As a SEND Job Coach you will work closely with the curriculum and support teams, students, their parents/carers and any other relevant professional agencies to develop accessible opportunities for work experience. Supporting employers is an essential aspect of the role to ensure the workplace is ready and equipped with the relevant skills and knowledge to support students to be successful in their work placement.
For full specification requirements please refer to the job description.
In return, we offer;
- Competitive salaries.
- Enrolment into the West Midlands Pension Fund with generous employer contributions.
- Outstanding staff training and team building programme.
- ZEST is the College’s Health & Wellbeing initiative for our staff.
- Staff incentive schemes including Cycle to Work scheme and ‘Best of Walsall’ discounts.
- Simply Health care scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Reward and recognition scheme.
- State of the art campuses with the latest industry facilities, including our Graduate Salon of Hair and Beauty and on site Little Professors’ Nursery.
- Access to ‘The Hub’ offering a Gym, Spa & Sports Clinic and The Littleton Restaurant.
We are passionate about promoting equality of opportunity and creating a working environment where diversity is recognised and celebrated and everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. Our environment is diverse in character and student population. We particularly welcome applications from candidates from Black Minority Ethnic origin and those with a disability.
Walsall College is committed to safeguarding our children and young people/vulnerable adults. We uphold fundamental British Values and expect all our employees to do the same. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including previous employment checks, online searches and an Enhanced DBS Check.
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SEND Job Coach in Walsall employer: Walsall College
Walsall College is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the welfare and development of both staff and children. With opportunities for professional growth and training, including First Aid and Food Hygiene qualifications, employees can thrive in a nurturing environment while making a meaningful impact in early years education at our vibrant Wisemore Campus.
