Health & Therapy Support Coach
Full Time Permanent £25,573 to £26,372 per annum
Help Students Thrive
Are you passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers and achieve their full potential?
Bournemouth & Poole College is seeking a compassionate, proactive and dedicated Health & Therapy Support Coach to join our Student Experience - SEND team. In this rewarding role, you'll work directly with students who have a range of health, medical, sensory and communication needs, helping them access education, develop independence and achieve positive outcomes.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, building positive relationships and making a genuine difference every day.
About the Role
Working closely with the Student Health Practitioner and a range of internal and external professionals, you will help deliver health and therapy support that enables students to access learning and succeed during their time at College.
Key responsibilities include:
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate will:
Experience within education, SEND, health, therapy or support services would be advantageous.
We encourage early applications, as we may close the vacancy once we receive a sufficient number of strong applications.
Working at Bournemouth and Poole College
More than just a job.
At Bournemouth & Poole College, we are passionate about turning potential into professionals. We are the largest college in the area and a vital engine for the local economy, educating over 9,000 learners and partnering with over 1,000 employers to bridge the gap between local talent and real futures.
A proud culture.
We know that if we want our students to succeed, we have to start by looking after our people. We work hard to create an environment where you feel trusted and valued rather than just employed. In our 2025 inspection, Ofsted observed:
"They have developed an inclusive culture where staff feel empowered to make a positive difference to students and apprentices. Leaders and managers have improved staff morale; staff are proud to work at the college."
A place to grow and belong.
We are committed to a workplace that is genuinely inclusive, where everyone is inspired to contribute and succeed. You will find a vibrant, rewarding environment that celebrate ambition and success in equal measures. To get a better feel for life at the College and explore our full range of benefits, visit our Work With Us page.
Armed Forces Covenant
As proud Armed Forces Covenant signatories, we value the skills and experience veterans, reservists and military families, and encourage them to consider a career with us.
Safeguarding Commitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share in this commitment. The successful will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of the right to work in the UK.
