Details:
- Salary: £25,110 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Northamptonshire
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
Job Coach
Location: Northamptonshire
Salary: £25,110 (FTE) - £19,800 (pro rata)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 30th April 2026
Think FE are working with a highly respected, inclusive further education college in Northamptonshire to recruit a Job Coach on a permanent basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine impact, supporting young people with additional needs into meaningful work and long-term employment.
Role Overview
As a Job Coach, you will play a key role in supporting learners with moderate to severe learning disabilities as they transition from education into the workplace.
You will work closely with students, employers and internal college teams to ensure supported internships and work placements are successful, sustainable and tailored to everyone.
Key Responsibilities
Support young people with additional needs to access and succeed in supported work placements
Work collaboratively with employers to create inclusive and positive working environments
Provide on-the-job support and guidance to learners during placements
Build and maintain strong relationships with employers, support agencies and stakeholders
Support learners in progressing from placements into paid employment
What do you need?
Experience working with young people with moderate to severe learning disabilities
Strong networking and relationship-building skills with employers and external partners
A proactive, supportive and empathetic approach
A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle (essential)
Training in Systematic Instruction (TSI) is desirable
What’s in it for you
33 days annual leave
Local Government Pension Scheme (20% employer contribution)
The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in learners’ lives
A supportive and collaborative college environment
Next steps
Once you've applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions.
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