SEND Learning Support Coach

Salary: £31,000
Location: Home-based with travel across Milton Keynes, Leamington Spa & Daventry (4 days remote / 1 day onsite)
Contract: Full time, permanent
Reports to: SEND / LDD Lead
Driving licence required (mileage paid)  
About the Organisation A leading national apprenticeship and skills provider supporting learners and employers across the UK. The organisation delivers innovative apprenticeship programmes and workforce development solutions, working closely with employers across a range of industries — including major automotive brands — to ensure every learner has the support they need to succeed. The business is committed to inclusion and supporting learners with additional needs to achieve their full potential.  

Role Purpose The SEND Learning Support Coach plays a vital role in identifying, supporting and empowering apprentices with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Additional Learning Needs (ALN). You will act as a champion for inclusive learning, working closely with learners and delivery teams to remove barriers, implement support strategies, and drive learner success. This is a new and growing role and offers the opportunity to shape support across the automotive apprenticeship division.  

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct initial screening and diagnostic assessments for learners declaring SEND/ALN or LDD needs.
• Develop personalised Learner Support Plans and ensure timely implementation.
• Provide guidance and coaching to apprenticeship Trainers and Coaches to ensure learners receive appropriate support.
• Deliver internal training sessions on SEND awareness and inclusive practice.
• Work with learners on a 1:1 basis and complete scheduled review calls to monitor progress.
• Maintain a caseload of approx. 60 learners, ensuring high-quality support and compliance.
• Support with accurate and timely Learning Support Funding documentation and compliance.
• Collaborate with quality, compliance and delivery teams to ensure support strategies are embedded.
• Maintain accurate digital records and produce reports when required.

  Candidate Profile Essential

• Teaching qualification Level 3 or above (AET/PTLLS or higher)
• Strong experience supporting learners with SEND/ALN — ideally within apprenticeships or work-based learning
• Experience in post-16 education (training provider or FE)
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with both learners and colleagues
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Ability to work independently and manage remote workload
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required

Desirable

• Experience supporting apprentices in a vocational setting
• Understanding of SEND Code of Practice and learning support funding
• Experience delivering CPD or internal training

  What’s in it for you

• Opportunity to create meaningful impact enabling learners with additional needs to thrive
• Hybrid / remote working with mileage paid for academy visits
• Work with prestigious employer brands in the automotive sector
• Join a supportive, learner-centred, quality-driven environment