Learning Coach | Secondary School | Haringey | April 2026
- Role: Learning Coach
- Contract: Full-time, term time only, until the end of the academic year
- Start: April 13 2026
- Pay: £107.42-£111.50 per day, via umbrella
A fantastic, forward-thinking secondary school in Haringey is seeking a committed and compassionate Learning Coach to join their team from April 2026.. This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting young people who require additional academic, emotional and behavioural support to thrive in a mainstream secondary setting.
About the School
This is a progressive and inclusive secondary school with a strong focus on student wellbeing, inclusion and personal development. The school is known for its relational approach, high expectations and innovative support strategies for students with SEMH and SEND needs.
- Students are supported through structured routines, targeted interventions and consistent adult relationships, enabling them to re-engage with learning and achieve long-term success.
The Role
As a Learning Coach, you will:
- Work closely with KS3 and KS4 students, providing 1:1 and small-group support
- Act as a key adult for identified students, offering daily guidance, encouragement and stability
- Support students with emotional regulation, behaviour, motivation and engagement
- Assist teachers within the classroom to ensure students can access learning effectively
- Deliver targeted interventions focused on behaviour, attendance, academics, and resilience
- Use restorative and de-escalation approaches to manage challenging behaviour
- Liaise with pastoral staff, SEN teams and external professionals
- Help students develop independence, confidence and positive learning habits
The Ideal Candidate
We are keen to hear from candidates who:
- Degree qualified candidate (any subject - STEM desired)
- Have experience supporting secondary-aged students
- Are calm, resilient and relationship-driven
- Can manage challenging behaviour confidently and professionally
- Understand the importance of consistency, boundaries and safeguarding
- Are adaptable, proactive and reflective in their approach
- Have a true passion for working with students
- Work well as part of a pastoral or inclusion-focused team
Desirable (but not essential)
- Strong degree grade 2:1 and above or very strong A levels
- Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant / Supporting Learning qualification
- Background in youth work, mentoring, tutotoring, behaviour support or pastoral care
What the School Offers
- A genuinely supportive and forward-thinking leadership team
- Strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and professional development
- Clear behaviour systems and a relational, restorative culture
- Opportunities to progress into pastoral, SEN or teaching pathways
- A diverse, vibrant school community in the heart of Haringey
If you’re someone who believes relationships drive progress and you want to make a real impact in a secondary school that values innovation and inclusion, this Learning Coach role could be the perfect next step. Please apply with your most up to date CV. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Temp to perm
Contract length: 4 months
Pay: £107.42-£111.50 per day
Education:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
