Job Description

Inclusive Learning Coach

Salary:

Up to 22,789.79 pro-rata (FTE 25,833.22) depending on experience

Hours:

35 per week

Working Weeks:

40 per year

Contract Type:

Permanent

Site:

Nelson & Accrington, Lancashire

Closing Date:

Midnight, Sunday 11th January 2026

Interview Date

: TBC



'Together, Let's Be Extraordinary'

Our Organisation

This role is advertised by ELLG Professional Services. Part of East Lancashire Learning Group, ELLG Professional Services provides expert business support services to the wider Group.


East Lancashire Learning Group is made up of three merged colleges: Nelson and Colne College, Accrington and Rossendale College and Lancashire Adult Learning. The Group is a beacon for teaching and learning excellence. It is an innovative provider; a research hub for teaching and learning, with a clear ambition to deliver the best possible experience and outcomes for learners.

The Exciting Role

A new and exciting opportunity has become available for a number of dedicated and compassionate Inclusive Learning Coaches at both our Nelson and Accrington sites.


Our Additional Learning Support (ALS) Department is a vibrant, learner-centred team committed to breaking down barriers and empowering students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to thrive. You'll be joining a highly supportive, knowledgeable and values-driven team who work collaboratively to champion inclusivity across the college. This is a role where your expertise, creativity and passion for supporting others can make a life-changing difference every single day.


Whether delivering specialist 1:1 interventions, helping learners build confidence and independence, or working closely with curriculum teams to create inclusive learning environments, you'll play a key part in ensuring every learner has the opportunity to succeed.


Successful candidates will be allocated to either Accrington & Rossendale College or Nelson & Colne College per academic year. Allocation may change in future years depending on learner recruitment and business need.

What You Will Be Doing:

Managing a caseload of SEND learners, many of whom have Education, Health and Care Plans, and monitoring their progress. Planning, delivering and evaluating targeted 1:1 / small-group interventions and workshops. Completing initial screenings and using results to inform support plans. Supporting learners with assistive technology. Maintaining accurate Inclusion Profiles and intervention records. Working closely with teaching staff to ensure inclusive practice and effective reasonable adjustments. Supporting learners during transitions, enrichment activities and across different curriculum areas. Communicating effectively with the ALS team, parents/carers, external agencies and other professionals to support learner progress and review outcomes. Attending annual reviews and representing ALS at wider college events. Promoting trauma-informed and restorative approaches to support learner engagement and wellbeing.

What We Are Looking For:

A relevant Level 3 qualification (e.g., Education, Supporting Teaching and Learning, Specialist SEND) and GCSE Maths and English at grade C / 4 or above. Proven experience delivering effective 1:1 and small-group interventions for learners with SEND. Strong understanding of EHCPs, high needs provision and the statutory review process. Excellent working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice (2015) and inclusive practice within an FE setting. The ability to build positive relationships and communicate effectively with learners, staff, parents and external professionals. A practical understanding of trauma-informed practice and restorative approaches to support behaviour, engagement and wellbeing. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied caseload and work both independently and as part of a team. Sensitivity, professionalism and respect when supporting learners, including when providing physical or personal care. A genuine commitment to promoting inclusion, safeguarding and improving outcomes for learners with SEND.

What We Offer in Return:

Access to a workplace pension scheme - with generous employer contributions Generous annual leave allowance including a two-week closure over the Christmas period Enhanced occupational sick pay scheme and access to family friendly policies and benefits A range of health and wellbeing benefits and support Staff recognition scheme, including long service awards Free on-site parking on all College sites

Please visit our 'working for us' section of our website for a full list of our benefits http://www.eastlancslearning.ac.uk/

Further Questions?

Please contact our friendly HR Team h.resources@eastlancslearning.ac.uk

Please note we only accept applications submitted via our website

All of our posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check due to working with vulnerable adults and children. Should you wish to discuss this further, please get in touch with the HR team.


The Nelson and Colne College Group is an Ofsted Outstanding Further Education College with a high performance and ambitious culture.



The Group was born in November 2018 with the successful merger between Nelson and Colne College and Accrington and Rossendale College. Prior to that, pan-Lancashire adult community learning provider, Lancashire Adult Learning, became part of the family in 2016.



We are home to 2,400 16-18 year old A Level and vocational students, 16,500 adult learners, 1,300 Apprentices and 400 Higher Education students.



Expertly led by Principal and CEO Lisa O'Loughlin, the College Group delivers year on year improvement, growth and most importantly, highly successful students and Apprentices.



The success of our communities, employers, partners and economy is key to all that we do. We have forged valuable partnerships and a shared vision with like-minded organisations and individuals, creating a network of opportunity and excellence.



Our highly skilled staff are committed to raising and supporting aspirations, providing social mobility and an essential talent pool for the local, regional and national economy.

Nelson and Colne College Group

Scotland Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 7YT

H.Resources@nelsongroup.ac.uk

01254 389933