Session Coordinator (Adults’ Centre)

We understand that people bring different strengths, experiences, and perspectives. So, if you feel you don’t meet every part of a person specification, please don’t let that put you off. We’re far more interested in your passion, transferable skills, and positive attitude than a perfect match on paper. If you believe you can bring something unique or valuable to our team, we would still love to hear from you.

Please note that candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted after the application closing date. If you do not hear from us, unfortunately, your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we’re unable to provide individual feedback at the pre-interview stage – but we truly appreciate your effort and interest in our organisation.

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Pay: Level 7 | 13.65 per hour | £24,843 per year (pro rata)

Hours: 13 hours per week | 6.5hrs per day

Pattern: Mondays and Fridays | 8.30am to 3.30pm | 30 mins unpaid lunch break

Closing date: Monday 4th November 2025

Interviews: Tuesday 11th November 2025

Introduction

Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of adults with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? Join the dedicated team at our Adults’ Centre, where we create supportive, inclusive, and empowering opportunities that help build independence, confidence, and new skills.

Whether you’re experienced in support work, teaching, coaching – or simply passionate about helping others and eager to learn, we’d love to hear from you. What matters most is your enthusiasm, compassion, and commitment to supporting those who access our services to live fulfilling, meaningful lives through a programme of inclusive and exciting opportunities.

Job Purpose

The Session Coordinator is responsible for designing, preparing, and delivering structured group sessions for adults with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) at Nansa’s Adults’ Centre. These sessions promote development in key areas such as life skills, communication, confidence, and community participation. The role plays a vital part in creating an inclusive, stimulating, and person-centred programme that aligns with service user goals and care plans. Session Coordinators ensure that activities are accessible, purposeful, and safely delivered in accordance with Nansa’s standards and values.

Key Responsibilities

Session Design and Facilitation

• Plan, prepare, and deliver a range of engaging sessions that promote development in the following areas:
• Home and Life Skills
• Participation and Engagement
• Communication and Relationships
• Time Management
• Confidence and Self-Esteem
• Health and Hygiene
• Rights and Responsibilities
• Self-Reflection
• Initiative and Creativity
• Peer Working
• Ensure all sessions are inclusive, flexible, and person-centred, with clear objectives and opportunities for feedback.

Support for Service Users

• Build respectful and supportive relationships with service users, promoting dignity, choice, and independence.
• Adapt session content and delivery style to meet varied communication needs and learning styles.
• Work alongside Support Workers to ensure consistent, holistic support throughout the day.

Safeguarding, Risk and Health & Safety

• Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns in accordance with Nansa’s policy.
• Ensure risk assessments are followed and updated as needed for activities, environments, and individuals.
• Maintain a safe and supportive environment at all times, adhering to health and safety standards.

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Record attendance, engagement, and progress during sessions using agreed systems.
• Contribute to reviews and outcome tracking by sharing observations and feedback.
• Reflect on session effectiveness and make improvements based on service user input and team discussions.

Teamwork and Communication

• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure activities complement care plans and development objectives.
• Attend team meetings, planning sessions, and reflective practice groups.
• Liaise with families or external professionals where appropriate to support continuity and shared goals.

About you…

Essential Skills and Experience

• Experience supporting adults with SEND in group activity or educational settings.
• Knowledge of person-centred planning and inclusive learning techniques.
• Ability to plan and deliver structured, meaningful sessions aligned with developmental goals.
• Understanding of safeguarding, health and safety, and risk in care or learning environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience facilitating skill-based workshops, group discussions, or creative activities.
• Familiarity with adult learning strategies or therapeutic approaches.
• Understanding of behaviour support and positive engagement methods.

Personal Attributes

• Creative, energetic, and adaptable in session delivery.
• Compassionate and values-driven, with a commitment to inclusion and empowerment.
• Organised and reflective, with a focus on continual improvement.
• Collaborative team player who contributes positively to group planning and support.
• Reliable, proactive, and calm under pressure.

Important Information

To apply, please complete the application form above and return to: HR@nansa.org.uk

As a Data Controller, Nansa complies with the principles of the 2018 General Data Protection Regulation. Your application form will be kept for six months whether you are successful or not, then deleted or destroyed thereafter.

Nansa is committed to an inclusive working environment, promoting equal opportunities in employment, however, due to the nature of the work involved applicants must be 18 or over. That aside, we aim to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment or is disadvantaged on the grounds of age, disability, neurotype, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex (gender), or sexual orientation.

To help us measure how well we are achieving this aim and to identify and address any potential barriers in our recruitment processes, we invite all applicants to complete an online Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form. This form will be shared with you via a link in the acknowledgement email you receive after submitting your application.

Completion of the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form is entirely voluntary and is not part of the selection process. The information collected is anonymous, contains no personal or contact details, and cannot be linked to any individual applicant. It will be used solely for statistical monitoring and to help Nansa ensure that our recruitment practices are fair, inclusive, and free from discrimination, whether intentional or unintentional.

Nansa is committed to safeguarding the wellbeing of the people we support and maintaining a safe working environment for our staff, volunteers, and partners. As part of our recruitment process, we require applicants who are invited to interview to disclose any unspent criminal convictions prior to a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check being arranged. Please note that having an unspent conviction will not necessarily prevent you from being considered for employment. Each case will be assessed individually, taking into account the nature and circumstances of the offence, its relevance to the role you have applied for, and the level of honesty and transparency shown in your disclosure.

Nansa is a Disability Confident Employer.