The Manchester College has many Campus locations across Greater Manchester, each with its own specialist cutting-edge facilities within a friendly and supportive environment. We are the largest Further Education College in the UK providing education and training to a wide range of learners.
We now have an exciting opportunity to join us as a Job Coach on a permanent, part time (29.6 hours per week) basis. * Pro Rata Salary £16,633.66 - £21,136.23.
As Job Coach you will be supporting the needs of individual learners, ensuring that they receive high quality, training and support. This will include activities such as; systematic instruction, facilitating small group delivery, in-class support, carrying out Support Interviews, writing of Personal Learning Plans, Personal Care Plans and Support Targets, carrying out reviews on the effectiveness of delivered support both in small groups and key worker support for individual learners. Support is predominately for 16-25year olds but could be provided for all of the College’s divisions including 16-19, Adults, Apprenticeships and H.E. as appropriate.
In order to do this, you will need:
Minimum of a Level 2 support qualification in a specialist area or equivalent experience or
willingness to obtain a Level 2 support qualification in a specialist area.
Minimum of a Level 2 qualification in English and Maths
Experience of working with young people and adults with a SEND in an education environment
Experience and knowledge, empathy and understanding of the specific issues relating to the education of young people and adults with a SEND.
Experienced and competent in the use of IT systems, such as Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of specific assistive technology or specialist software in supporting learners with a SEND
Have excellent communication skills in English, both spoken and written; and the ability to communicate effectively with learners, teachers, parents and other educational professionals.
Ability to self-evaluate and make necessary adaptations to own practice and make suggestions to others.
Successfully contribute to support a culture of team work within a multi-disciplinary environment.
Experience of working with High Needs and SEND learners in either an FE or secondary setting is essential.
The Manchester College is an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. If you feel you could make a difference in this rewarding and growing sector, please click on the ‘Apply online’ button below.
Applicants must demonstrate in their application their ability to meet the key responsibilities, key result areas and Qualifications/Skills and Experience detailed within the job description.
In return you will benefit from an excellent package including a favourable Pension scheme, Retail Discounts, Employee Assistance Program, Cycle to work scheme, Simply Health scheme.
Salaries are based on skills, qualifications and experience.
The closing date for this job advert is 28/10/2021 however sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!