Overview
Job Title: High Needs Intervention Coach (Reduced Year)
Salary: Commencing at £26,195 with progression to £26,855 per annum pro rata
About the Role
What You Will Do
- Plan and deliver evidence-based 1:1 and small-group interventions (focusing on emotional regulation, social communication, motor skills, and independent living) to help high-needs learners meet their EHCP targets.
- Develop sensory-tactile resources and dynamically adjust coaching styles to meet immediate neurodivergent, communication, and sensory needs.
- Use assistive technologies, communication aids (e.g., PECS, AAC devices), and visual frameworks to ensure learning is accessible and provide targeted support during lessons, collaborating with teaching staff to ensure accessibility.
- Implement Positive Behavioural Agreements (PBAs), monitor environments for sensory triggers to prevent distress, and use approved de-escalation techniques in crisis situations.
- Accurately record daily intervention data and behavioural logs, translating them into progress reports fit for statutory EHCP annual reviews.
- Work alongside internal and external specialists (e.g., Speech & Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, CAMHS) to embed strategies into college life.
- Support new student inductions (taster days, orientation), assist with recruitment events (open evenings, interviews), and advise prospective parents and carers.
- Assist with exam access arrangements (sensory setups, readers/scribes) and participate in departmental peer-reviews to improve intervention quality.
(Note: This role requires occasional evening/weekend work for departmental events.)
About You
- A relevant Level 3 qualification in Education, Supporting Teaching and Learning, Health and Social Care, or a related specialist SEND field.
- Recognised specialist training in intervention strategies or therapeutic approaches (e.g. ELSA, PECS, Makaton, Dyslexia/Dyscalculia support, or Speech & Language frameworks).
- Substantial experience of delivering targeted 1:1 and small-group interventions to young people with high-needs, complex SEND, or social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
- Knowledgeable about learning difficulties, the effects of trauma on learning, and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
- Possess a deep understanding of the frustrations and challenges faced by students with complex needs and remains calm and supportive under pressure.
- Able to positively manage challenging behaviours, emotional outbursts, or high-stress situations without taking incidents personally and is skilled in using positive behaviour interventions and de-escalation techniques.
- Strongly committed to promoting student independence and self-advocacy, dignity, and equal opportunity in every aspect of college life.
- Ability to break down complex curriculum concepts into accessible, digestible tasks tailored to individual EHCP targets.
- Competent (or willing to be trained) in manual handling, assisting wheelchair users, and administering basic medical or personal care plans.
- Excellent verbal and written skills for tracking student progress, updating logs, and collaborating with course teams.
Benefits
The group offers a range of excellent benefits, including:
Annual leave:
Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidays
Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays
Pension schemes with generous employer contributions:
Teachers’ Pension Scheme
Local Government Pension Scheme
People’s Pension Scheme
CPD opportunities:
Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days.
Qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.
Employee wellbeing initiatives: Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).
Travel and commuting: Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
Flexible and hybrid working opportunities: Please speak to the recruiting manager regarding flexible opportunities as these differ between roles.
About Us
Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and is one of the biggest providers of apprenticeships regionally.
We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life changing. Leeds City College’s values put students first and are at the heart of everything the college does.
We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You’ll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow. We offer a wide range of job vacancies, and our large size means there are always exciting opportunities to progress.
Join us on the journey to being the best that we can collectively be for our students, apprentices, staff and our stakeholders.
SAFEGUARDING
At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.
IMPORTANT: Before applying for this role, please make sure you have the right to work in the country where the role is based. Unless it clearly stipulates within in the job advert above that the hiring company is looking to or able to sponsor applicants it is deemed that the hiring employer will only consider applications from those able to comply with and work in the country where the role is based.
