SEND Work Placement and Travel Training Coordinator

Job description

SEND Work Placement & Travel Training Co-ordinator

Location: Stanwell Moor (near Heathrow T5)Salary: £27,000 – £30,000 (depending on experience & qualifications)Full-time | Term-time only + 1 additional weekTypical hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00am–4:30pm (flexibility required)

I am recruiting for a passionate and proactive SEND Work Placement & Travel Training Co-ordinator to join my client's team.

About the Role

This is a hands-on, rewarding role where you’ll support young people with SEN to prepare for adulthood by accessing work placements, developing independence, and building essential life skills.

Working closely with learners, families, and local employers, you’ll play a key role in opening up real-world opportunities and helping each individual achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, assess, and develop work experience and volunteering placements
• Build relationships with local employers and community organisations
• Support learners in identifying their interests and career goals
• Plan and oversee on-site and off-site placements
• Monitor learner progress and set individual targets
• Deliver and support travel training to build independence
• Maintain accurate records (ILPs, risk assessments, progress tracking)
• Support events, careers fairs, and internal activities
• Accompany learners on trips and placements
• Assist in classroom activities when required

What They’re Looking For

• Experience working with young people with SEN
• A genuine passion for supporting learners to succeed
• Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
• Proactive, self-motivated, “can-do” attitude
• Ability to work independently
• GCSE English & Maths (or equivalent)
• IT confidence (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle (business insurance required)
• Willingness to undertake travel training sessions (may involve early/late hours)

Why Join?

• Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team
• Help transform the lives of young people with SEN
• Professional development (minimum 10 hours CPD annually)
• A collaborative, inclusive working culture

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Staines

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £27,000 and £30,000 Per Month

Published at

08-05-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English