11729 - Job Coach (Accessible Apprenticeships)

Shorefields; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Job Coach to support apprentices, particularly those with neurodiversity or special educational needs (SEND). The role involves close collaboration with mentors and employers to ensure apprentices transition into sustainable employment successfully. Immediate start available.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Final salary pension schemes

Competitive salaries

Generous annual leave

On-site sports and fitness facilities

Free courses

Staff discounts

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Supported Employment professional with experience in apprenticeship support.
• Experience working with neurodiverse individuals or those with SEND is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support apprentices, especially those who are neurodiverse or have SEND.
• Collaborate with mentors and employers to facilitate successful apprenticeship completion.

Skills

Proactive

Committed

Enthusiastic

Job description

11729 - Job Coach (Accessible Apprenticeships)

Job Ref No. ECC0-1257S | Position Type: Teaching/Child Support | Pay Range: Up to £25,586

Position Start Date: Immediate | Contract Type: Full-time | Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 26/06/2025 Midnight | Date of Interviews: TBC

Chelmsford College is seeking to appoint a proactive, committed, and enthusiastic Supported Employment professional as a Job Coach within the Apprenticeship Team. The successful candidate will support apprentices in the workplace, particularly those who are neurodiverse or have SEND.

The role involves working closely with work mentors, employers, and the education team to ensure the successful completion of apprenticeships and facilitate their transition into permanent, sustainable employment.

The College is committed to equality, diversity, safeguarding, and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share these commitments. The starting salary will depend on qualifications, skills, and experience.

This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Applications will be considered upon receipt.

About Chelmsford College

Chelmsford College Group is one of the largest employers in Chelmsford, with approximately 450 full and part-time staff.

We prioritize putting learners at the center of our activities and are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, expecting all staff and volunteers to uphold these values.

We offer a wide range of employment opportunities, from teaching roles—whether full-time or part-time—to various support functions including student support, learning technologies, technician roles, IT support, finance, estates, HR, staff development, student admissions, and administration.

Our staff benefit from professional development opportunities, final salary pension schemes, competitive salaries, generous annual leave, on-site sports and fitness facilities, free courses, staff discounts, and flexible working arrangements.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures, including appropriate checks and clearances.