Learning Coach - Fixed Term (01/09/2026 - 31/08/2027)

Waterfield Primary School is looking for an individual who has a passion for working with children in a classroom setting and with additional needs, is an excellent practitioner committed to delivering high-quality outcomes and will work hard to ensure all children are able to achieve the best they can. This information pack will help you to learn more about our fantastic school and I hope that you will be excited about the prospect of joining our excellent team. High quality and well-supported staff are crucial for the success of our children, and we are able to offer a comprehensive professional development package. What does the role involve? In this role you will support the whole classroom and individual children with SEND in their educational, emotional and social development; working alongside the class teacher, SENDCO and other colleagues to help children reach their full potential. As a Learning Coach, you will support the learning of groups or individual children during lessons, following guidance from the class teacher and SENDCO. Who are we looking for? We are seeking an excellent practitioner who demonstrates patience in a range of situations, who can communicate effectively verbally and in writing and who can work collaboratively and reliably as part of a team. Experience of working with Early Years/ Primary age children would be beneficial, in addition to knowledge of how children learn including those with Special Educational Needs (SEND). The ability to ‘think of your feet’ is welcomed as flexibility is key to successful working with all stakeholders. We are ideally looking for a Learning Coach who is enthusiastic, passionate, and keen to support excellent educational outcomes for all our pupils, whatever their needs. The Job Description and Person Specification shown in the application pack will give you a good indication of who we are looking for, including the skills and experience that would make for our ideal candidate. Waterfield Primary Schoo