Job Coach for SEND Students

JOB DESCRIPTIONJob Coach for SEND StudentsMain Purpose of the Job:As the SEND Job Coach at Swarthmore Education Centre, you will play a crucial role in empowering young people withSpecial Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to secure and sustain meaningful employment. This position requiresworking closely with students, employers and educational staff to ensure that each student is fully prepared for theworkplace and has access to suitable job opportunities, with the aim of enabling students to work as independently aspossible. Your responsibilities include developing tailored employment plans, building and nurturing relationships withlocal businesses to secure work placements, work trials and long-term employment opportunities for our students. Youwill also provide ongoing support to students as they transition into employment. Additionally, you will be responsible foradvocating for SEND students' needs in the workplace, ensuring an inclusive and supportive environment. The role willalso include teaching relevant skills to students at the Centre.Location:                  Swarthmore Education CentreResponsible to:        Progression Lead / Education ManagerHours: Permanent.  3 days per week.Salary:                      Starting Salary £26,619.84 - £27,312.48 (pro rata)Conditions:               Swarthmore terms and conditions applyThe post holder will be expected to carry out her / his duties in the context of the Centre’s Equal Opportunities Policyand Health & Safety guidelines.Key Responsibilities:1. Tailored Employment Support· Assess each student's skills, interests, and needs to create personalised employment plans.· Provide one-on-one coaching in job-seeking skills, including CV writing, interview preparation, and workplaceetiquette.· Match students with suitable job opportunities, internships, or work experience placements.· Coordinate travel training and arrange necessary documents, such as metro cards.· Collaborate with the Progression Lead to design and implement individualised employment strategies linked to thestudent’s skills, interests and needs.2. Employer Engagement and Advocacy· Establish and maintain relationships with local employers to create job opportunities tailored to SEND students.· Advocate for SEND students in the workplace, ensuring employers understand and accommodate their needs.· Provide employers with guidance on best practice for supporting SEND employees and fostering an inclusive workenvironment.3. On-the-Job Support· Accompany students to job interviews, work placements, and during their initial days of employment for support andreassurance.· Offer job coaching during the early stages of employment, helping students navigate their roles and responsibilities.· Monitor students’ progress in their roles and provide ongoing support to address any challenges or concerns.· Conduct risk assessments and ensure safeguarding in all work placements.JOB DESCRIPTIONJob Coach for SEND Students4. Collaboration with Educational Staff· Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other staff to integrate employment goals into students' educationalplans.· Support employability teachers and Job Coach Assistants in pre-employment processes.· Participate in meetings and case conferences, providing updates on student progress and adjusting plans as necessary.· Contribute to the review of Gatsby standards and the development of the employability curriculum.· Coordinate and provide cover and support at work placements or on-site at the Centre as needed.· Organise drop-in sessions for leavers, using a variety of coaching strategies to prepare them for interviews and jobsearching.· Assist the wider team with class coverage when necessary.5. Monitoring and Reporting· Advocate for the rights of young people with SEND to access meaningful employment opportunities.· Ensure that young people’s voices are central in decisions regarding their employment pathways.· Collaborate with policymakers and community organisations to improve employment access for individuals with SEND.6. Training and Development· Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in employment support for individuals with SEND.· Participate in relevant training and professional development opportunities.· Share knowledge and insights with colleagues to enhance the effectiveness of the employment support program.Qualifications and ExperienceEssentialDesirableA good standard of general education – minimum Level 2 in Maths and EnglishXTeaching qualificationXExperience in supporting individuals with SEND, particularly in the context of employmentor vocational trainingXRelevant qualification in special education, vocational training, or a related field.XExperience in job coaching, career counselling, or a similar role.XKnowledge of local employment markets and relevant support services for SENDindividuals.XExperience of leading a small team, supporting them to develop appropriate skillsXExperience of working within employersXExperience of delivering outstanding lessons and achieving excellent student outcomesXFamiliarity with the Education Inspection FrameworkXAbility to co-produce personalised SMART action plans with sequenced interventions anddevelopment opportunitiesXAbility to co-produce effective in-work support plans with participants and employersXFamiliarity with assistive technologies and workplace accommodations for individualswith disabilitiesXJOB DESCRIPTIONJob Coach for SEND StudentsSkillsEssentialDesirableExcellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage effectively withemployers, young people, and other stakeholders.XAbility to work independently, manage a caseload of students, prioritising tasks effectively.XExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positiverelationships with students, employers, and educational staff.XExperience of using Office 365 and Google suite.XAbility to develop and implement appropriate student performance monitoring systemsXCommitment to safeguarding, health and safety, data protection and equal opportunitiesXStrong understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with SEND in the workplaceand strategies to overcome them.XCurrent driving license and access to vehicle.XJOB DESCRIPTIONJob Coach for SEND StudentsPersonal CharacteristicsEssentialDesirableSelf-motivated, forward thinker, who proactively seeks opportunities and proposessolutions.XWillingness to contribute across all aspects of the Centre as neededXConfident and positive attitudeXAdaptable and able and respond to unexpected eventsXAbility to maintain a realistic balance amongst multiple conflicting prioritiesXFriendly and professional demeanourXAbility to motivate adults learners to achieve their goals XCommitment to continuous personal development XHighly motivated and team orientatedXDiplomatic and discrete with an understanding of confidentiality and the ability toexercise good judgement in a variety of situationsXUnderstanding of and commitment to the work and ethos of SwarthmoreXCommitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusionXJOB DESCRIPTIONJob Coach for SEND Students