Salary: £31,700 - £49,000 per annum, M1 - UPS3
Hours: Full or Part-Time Considered (2-5 Days per week)
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: Pension Scheme, Health Care Plan, Blue Light Card, Free Online GP Service, Life Assurance, Flexible Pay Day Scheme, Free DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service), Continued Training & Professional Development
Employer
Social Care & Education Jobs have been selected as an approved Recruitment Partner for this respected National Provider of Specialist Care & Education for Children & Young People with special educational needs. Please note that Social Care & Education Jobs are not the direct employer.
Your Role
As a Vocational Skills Coach within an SEN School, you will support young learners, often with diverse needs such as Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges or Autism. You will create an inclusive, adaptable learning environment that fosters individual growth, skill-building, and confidence in a vocational setting. Key responsibilities include:
- Planning and delivering engaging vocational education sessions tailored to individual learning needs.
- Supporting students in developing practical skills applicable to real-world careers and independent living.
- Collaborating with support staff to implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour support plans.
- Adapting curriculum content to promote positive learning experiences.
- Monitoring and recording progress, communicating effectively with parents/carers, and preparing progress reports.
Criteria
- Qualifications: PGCE, Qualified Teacher Status, or equivalent.
- Experience: Prior experience in a Specialist Education School environment, or in working with pupils with SEMH or Autism.
- Skills: Ability to deliver curriculum content creatively to meet the needs of students with varied requirements.
Social Care & Education Jobs is the UK’s leading Recruitment Partner for Adult Social Care, Children’s Residential, and Specialist Education Providers. We’ll support you throughout the application process, from preparing for interviews to ensuring you’re ready for your first day!
Compliance
Successful applicants will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, requiring applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including "spent" ones unless protected under DBS filtering rules) to assess suitability for working with children. We are committed to promoting the welfare of children and young adults and are a Disability Confident and Equal Opportunities employer.
Due to the high volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within 48 hours, please assume you have not met the criteria on this occasion.