Specialist Support Coach

Specialist Support Coach
Wiltshire College & University Centre Salisbury Campus

Do you have a passion for helping learners with additional needs unlock their potential Are you driven by the opportunity to break down barriers build confidence and make a lasting difference in students lives

If youre looking for a career where every day is meaningful this is your chance to inspire support and empower learners to achieve more than they thought possible. Enjoy the stability and work-life balance of a role in education while becoming part of a team thats dedicated to changing lives.

Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and be at the heart of an inclusive supportive learning environment where your encouragement expertise and commitment will help students with additional learning needs thrive gain independence and achieve their ambitions.

What We Offer
Salary: 23247 rising to 23734 per year (Full-time equivalent 25304 - 25835 per year)

Contract Type: Permanent Full-Time 37 hours per week Term Time Only (364 weeks per year)

Year-Round Employment: No unpaid breaks

Outstanding Benefits
Generous Local Government Pension Scheme
30 days pro rata annual leave 8 pro rata bank holidays
2-week pro rata paid Christmas closure
Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 confidential support
Free on-site gyms at several campuses
Discounts on shopping technology travel & more
Cycle-to-Work scheme
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
Additional perks including discounted meals hair & beauty services and local attractions

A stable supportive role with benefits designed for your wellbeing financial security and career growth.

What Youll Do

Provide tailored support to learners with additional needs both in and out of the classroom
You will provide tailored support through 1:1 small group and in-class interventions supporting learners with a range of needs including ASC ADHD SEMH and communication difficulties
Manage a caseload of learners supporting attendance study skills English and Maths engagement and achievement
Contribute to EHCP outcomes and support positive learner progression
Assist students in developing independence confidence and essential life skills
Adapt support strategies to meet individual learning requirements
Work closely with teaching staff and support teams to ensure student success
Promote an inclusive safe and encouraging learning environment

What Youll Bring

Experience supporting individuals with additional needs (education care youth work SEN support or similar)

Hold or be willing to work towards a relevant Level 3 or equivalent qualification
A patient empathetic and student-centred approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to motivate and engage learners with diverse needs
Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion

Why Choose This Path

Make a meaningful difference supporting learners who need it most without:

High-pressure corporate environments
Unpredictable or unsociable hours
Physically demanding shift work

Enjoy a career with purpose stability and the opportunity to truly change lives.

Make a difference every day

If youre ready to be part of a supportive team and help students overcome barriers to success wed love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 01/10/26

Please note:

Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role locatedat the bottom of this pageas a downloadable document.

Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Safer Recruitment

Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in Keeping Children Safe in Education. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks including checks against the childrens barred list and other employment verifications including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.

We embrace diversity recognising the valuable perspectives ideas knowledge and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As a Disability Confident Employer we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.

INDHIGH

Wiltshire College & University Centre stands as the largest provider of further and higher education in Wiltshire significantly contributing to the local economy by equipping individuals with essential skills for success. Our diverse curriculum spans from Level 1 to Level 6 and we operate across four main campuses located in Trowbridge Chippenham Salisbury and Lackham which specialises in land-based education.

We offer a wide array of apprenticeships along with full-time part-time and university-level courses. Notably our Castle Combe circuit facility is the UKs first trackside motorsport engineering training centre dedicated to our Motorsport Engineering programs.