Education, Employment and Training Intervention Officer

Peterborough City Council; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking an Education, Employment and Training Coach to empower young people aged 16-19 who are not in employment, education or training (NEET). This full-time position includes hybrid working and requires a valid driving license. The role focuses on building successful futures for youths while monitoring their activities for statutory reporting. The ideal candidate should have knowledge of appropriate legislation and experience in working with youths to achieve positive outcomes.

Benefits

Generous annual leave starting at 25 days + bank holidays

Access to Employee Benefits Platform

Flexible bank holidays

Paid volunteering hours

Development opportunities including apprenticeships

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in various settings.
• Ability to manage case recording and assessments effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide information, advice, and guidance to empower young people.
• Support young people who are not in employment, education or training (NEET).

Skills

Motivated and dedicated to supporting young people

Ability to build and maintain good relationships

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to manage challenging situations

Education

Knowledge of opportunities in employment and training

Knowledge of legislation relating to safeguarding

Job description

All about the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Peterborough City Council as an Education, Employment and Training Coach. The Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority is one of eight national Youth Guarantee Trailblazers who will be delivering a test and learn pilot. To further support this work we are looking for a highly motivated and innovative individual to join our aspirational team. This is a full time equivalent position available on a fixed term basis initially until 31st August 2026. Providing information, advice and guidance to empower young people to build successful and fulfilling futures for themselves, this role will directly support young people aged 16-19 who are not in employment, education or training (NEET) and those of statutory school age who are identified as at risk of becoming NEET.

You will be required to hold a full and valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle or have the ability to otherwise travel efficiently between locations.

Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This role is hybrid working - office and home working are supported in line with the needs of the service. Additionally, it is expected that there will be time spent visiting key partners and stakeholders.

The closing date for these positions is 12th November 2025.

Shortlisting is anticipated to take place on 13th November and interviews in the week of 17th November 2025.

For more information or to chat about this opportunity please contact Fran Haunch; [e-mail]

All about our Team

Working collaboratively with education settings, training providers, employers and other agencies, we are a dynamic team committed to empowering young people across Peterborough to build successful futures for themselves and our city. We promote and support their progression through participation in ambitious and aspirational opportunities. We monitor and track the EET activities of all young people aged 16-18 for the purposes of statutory reporting to the DfE through the September Guarantee and Annual Activity Survey.

All about You

Qualities:

• You will be motivated and dedicated to supporting young people and their families in achieving positive education, employment and training outcomes.
• Ability to build and maintain good working relationships with young people and their families and with range of other professionals/agencies.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage time effectively to meet the needs of the role.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills across diverse disciplines.
• Ability to manage challenging situations, whilst maintaining professional boundaries.
• You will be willing to continue your professional development through informal and formal training.

Skills and Experience:

• Knowledge and experience of working with young people in a variety of settings and with complex barriers to making progression and transition into successful outcomes.
• Knowledge of opportunities in employment and training for young people and evidence of working with providers.
• Knowledge of legislation relating to raising participation and safeguarding.
• You will have ability to produce, keep and maintain good case recording and assessments.

All about our Benefits

We value our colleagues and have developed a number of benefits in addition to our generous annual leave starting at 25 days + bank holidays, sick pay and local government pension scheme.

• Access to a range of benefits via our Employee Benefits Platform, including in-store and online discounts as well as our Cycle to Work and Home & Electronics schemes
• Buy up to 10 days additional annual leave (pro‑rata)
• Access to car lease scheme
• Take your bank holidays flexibly to better suit your personal circumstances
• Make Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared Cost AVCs) to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings
• Access to development opportunities including apprenticeships to support your personal and professional growth
• Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day
• Access to our equality, diversity and inclusion network
• Opportunities to receive Employee Recognition Awards

All about our Commitments

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to fostering diversity, advancing equity, and building an inclusive workplace for everyone. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and particularly encourage those from underrepresented groups, including disabled people, care leavers, and individuals from minority ethnic communities. Your unique perspectives and experiences are encouraged and valued and will play a vital role in our success.

We are committed to making our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you are disabled and require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail] we will work with you to meet your needs.

Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.