Skills for Life Coach

Skills for Life Coach
Salisbury
£22,084 rising to £22,548 per year (Full Time Equivalent £25,304 rising to £25,835 per year)
Do you have a passion for supporting young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to achieve greater independence and reach their full potential? Whether you already have experience working in education, care, health, youth work, or support servicesor you're looking to bring your transferable skills into a rewarding education setting this could be the perfect opportunity.
Based at our Salisbury Campus, you'll join our dedicated team, supporting students with a range of additional needs including Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD). Every day brings new opportunities to make a meaningful difference, helping students develop the confidence, life skills, and independence they need for adulthood.
Working closely with the Skills for Life Lead Practitioner, you'll provide personalised support to named students, helping them access learning, college facilities, and opportunities within the local community.

Your role will empower students to develop the skills, resilience, and self-belief needed to make informed choices about their future and achieve their personal goals.

What We Offer
Salary:
£22,084 rising to £22,548 (Full time equivalent £25,304 - £25,835 per year)
Contract Type:
Permanent, Full-Time 37 hours per week, Term Time Only 36+2 weeks per year
Outstanding Benefits
Local Government Pension Scheme  a secure investment in your future
Generous Holiday Entitlement  30 days, pro rata paid annual leave plus 8 days, pro rata paid bank holidays
College closure and wellbeing days  including a 2-week, pro rata paid Christmas closure
Employee Assistance Programme  24/7 confidential wellbeing, legal, and financial support
Free On-Site Gyms  available across multiple campuses
Lifestyle Discounts  savings on retail, technology, travel, and leisure
Cycle-to-Work Scheme  stay active while saving money
Professional Development  ongoing training and career development opportunities
Additional Perks  discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and reduced attraction entry
A rewarding role where you'll directly influence students' confidence, independence, and future success while enjoying excellent benefits and career development opportunities.
What You'll Do
Build positive, supportive relationships that help students achieve their individual goals
Work alongside the Skills for Life Lead Practitioner to develop personalised learning and independence plans
Provide one-to-one and small group support to enable students to access learning and college life
Support students in developing essential life, social, communication, and independence skills
Assist students with transitions into college and throughout their learning journey
Contribute to annual reviews and monitor student progress against agreed outcomes
Encourage positive health and wellbeing, signposting students to appropriate college services where needed
Deliver targeted interventions that build resilience, confidence, and independence
Support students in accessing the local community and developing skills for life beyond education
Maintain accurate student records and contribute to effective communication within the wider support team
Assist with the use and reporting of specialist equipment and assistive technology where appropriate
What You'll Bring
A genuine passion for supporting young people with SEND to achieve their full potential
A calm, patient, friendly, and approachable manner
The ability to build trusting relationships with students through personalised support
Creativity and flexibility to adapt your approach to meet individual learning and support needs
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Strong organisational skills and the ability to maintain accurate records
English and Maths qualifications at Level 2 (GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent)
A relevant Level 3 qualification, or willingness to work towards one
Experience supporting individuals with additional…