Full job descriptionSocial Skills Coach | Full Time | Permanent | £24,519.78
About the Role
We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Social Skills Coach to join our Student Experience team. This rewarding role focuses on empowering students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs to overcome barriers, build confidence and develop the skills they need to flourish both in education and in everyday life. You’ll be part of a dedicated team committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where every student can reach their full potential.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Social Skills Coach, you will play a vital role in supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Working as part of our Safeguarding and Wellbeing team, you will help students develop the skills, confidence and resilience they need to succeed in college and prepare for life beyond education.
Key responsibilities include:
*Managing a caseload of students with SEMH needs identified within their Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
*Delivering high-quality one-to-one and group interventions that support emotional wellbeing, social skills development, resilience and independence.
*Supporting students through assessments, annual reviews and transition planning.
*Providing advice, guidance and signposting during student drop-in sessions.
*Designing and delivering social skills activities and programmes to support student development and EHCP outcomes.
*Working collaboratively with teaching staff, SEND teams, families and external agencies to provide coordinated support.
*Monitoring student progress and maintaining accurate, timely records using college systems.
*Providing advice and guidance to colleagues regarding SEMH needs and inclusive support strategies.
*Supporting wider wellbeing initiatives, health promotion campaigns and staff training activities.
*Contributing to a responsive and student-focused support service that promotes positive outcomes for all learners.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate and proactive individual who is passionate about supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to success.
Why Join Us?
At Bournemouth and Poole College, you’ll be part of a passionate and supportive team that is dedicated to helping students succeed. This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people, supporting them to develop confidence, resilience and the skills they need for the future.
In return, you’ll benefit from a collaborative working environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to contribute to a college community where inclusion, wellbeing and student success are at the heart of everything we do.


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.