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Independence and Inclusion Coach

Dovetail Ref: BBBH189191
SEN & Support Up to £17.50 per hour temporary mid Level 2 September 2026
Essex, England
Josh Taylor

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Education Details

Further Education fe college

Job Description

Independence & Inclusion Coach

Essex | Full Time | SEND Support

Key Details

Location: Essex
Role: Independence & Inclusion Coach
Sector: Further Education / SEND
Contract: Full Time

Are you passionate about supporting young people and adults with SEND to develop greater independence, confidence and life skills?

We are looking for an Independence & Inclusion Coach to provide personalised support to learners with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities.

The Role

You will:

  • Provide 1:1 and small-group SEND coaching
  • Help learners develop independence, communication and decision-making skills
  • Support learners to work towards their EHCP outcomes
  • Provide welfare and academic support
  • Advise staff on SEND and inclusive practice
  • Support learner mobility, personal care and moving/handling where required
  • Maintain accurate learner records and monitor progress
  • Work closely with teaching and support teams

About You

We're looking for someone with:

  • Experience supporting young people and/or adults with SEND
  • Good understanding of EHCPs
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • A relevant SEND, education, coaching or support qualification
  • A genuine passion for helping learners develop independence

If you're an experienced SEND professional looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to learners' independence and confidence, we'd love to hear from you.

Important Notice Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Dovetail and Slate Ltd (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. We are an equal opportunities employer. By applying, you consent to your data being processed for recruitment purposes in line with our Privacy Policy. Because education matters. © Dovetail and Slate Limited.

A consultant will call you within one working day of your application.

A real person, not an automated email. If we are not the right fit for you we will say so quickly rather than leave you waiting.

Your Recruitment Consultant

Josh Taylor

Josh Taylor

Principal Recruitment Consultant

Requirements

  • Experience supporting young people and/or adults with SEND
  • Good understanding of EHCPs
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • Relevant SEND, education, coaching or support qualification

Skills & Qualifications

SEND support1:1 coachingSmall group supportEHCP knowledgeCommunication skillsPersonal careMoving and handlingRecord keepingInclusive practice

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