Assistant Job Coach

eTeach UK Limited; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

An education service provider in Wakefield seeks an enthusiastic Assistant Job Coach. The role involves supporting learners with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) to develop employment skills and secure work placements. Applicants should have GCSE qualifications in English and Maths and experience with young people with learning difficulties. This position offers personal and professional development opportunities and a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

Personal and Professional Development opportunities

Discounted Metro Card Scheme

Good Pension Scheme

Access to employee assistance programme

Reduced price personal gym membership

Access to high street discounts

Qualifications

• GCSE A*-C / 9 - 4 in English and Maths or equivalent required.
• Experience working with young people with learning difficulties is essential.
• Understanding the supported employment model is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning sessions to develop skills for employment.
• Liaise with local employers to secure work placements.
• Provide on-the-job support and identify reasonable adjustments.

Skills

Experience of working with young people with learning difficulties or disabilities

Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships

Understanding of the supported employment model

Education

GCSE A*-C / 9 - 4 in English and Maths or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Hours: 18.5 hours per week, term time only, 40 weeks per year

Salary: £12,386 to £13,140 per annum (£26,967 to £28,609 FTE)

Location: Wakefield College/Castleford College

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Assistant Job Coach to join our Foundation Learning Department supporting learners with SEND to gain the skills they need for employment.

As an Assistant Job Coach, you will confidently support our learners both in and out of the classroom, to develop the skills and knowledge that they need to enter the world of work. Working with local employers, you will source exciting work placement opportunities and support the learners to demonstrate that they can complete tasks and meet the expectations of the employer.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the SENDCO for Foundation Learning, you will be involved in:
• Facilitate learning sessions which identify learner aspirations and support the development of the skills and knowledge required for employment
• Liaise with local employers to secure suitable work placements and carry out detailed job analysis and risk assessments
• Identify reasonable adjustments and provide on the job support to the learner

Qualifications

• GCSE A*-C / 9 - 4 in English and Maths or equivalent
• Experience of working with young people with learning difficulties of disabilities
• An understanding of the supported employment model
• The ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with all students

Benefits

• Personal and Professional Development opportunities, including a comprehensive induction
• Discounted Metro Card Scheme
• Good Pension Scheme
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Reduced price personal gym membership
• Access to a wide range of high street discounts (retail, supermarkets and restaurants)

Additional information

• Direct applicants only, no agency CV’s or referrals.
• The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all students and this post will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS.
• We aim to develop a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve and positively encourage applications from all.
• If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal record check from the country/countries you have worked/resided in if you are the preferred candidate for the post.
• Closing date: 18th November 2025
• Interview date: 26th November 2025