Employability Coach

Tradewind Recruitment; Moulton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking enthusiastic Employment Coaches for flexible, supply-based work in Various SEN schools across the United Kingdom. This role involves supporting students aged 14-23 with Special Educational Needs in developing essential life skills and workplace readiness. Candidates with experience in youth work, mentoring, or any customer-facing role will be valued, although school experience is not necessary. This flexible position offers a chance to make a real difference in young people's lives.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Access to free CPD training

Support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching, mentoring, youth work, or customer-facing roles is highly valued.
• No previous school experience required.
• A genuine passion for helping students develop essential skills.

Responsibilities

• Support students in developing core life skills.
• Assist with sessions focused on employability skills.
• Build positive relationships with students who may have learning difficulties.
• Encourage students to set personal goals.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and external partners.
• Adapt activities to meet individual needs.
• Maintain a calm and motivational approach.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to relate well to young people

Patience and resilience

Encouraging and proactive attitude

Job description

Employment Coaches (Ad-Hoc / Supply Work)

Location: Various SEN schools & specialist provisions across the area

Employer: Tradewind Recruitment

Contract: Ad-hoc / Flexible supply-based work

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking enthusiastic, supportive, and adaptable Employment Coaches to work across a variety of schools and specialist settings with students aged 14 to 23 who have Special Educational Needs. This is a highly rewarding opportunity for individuals who are passionate about helping young people develop essential life skills, workplace readiness, and employability confidence - even if you have never worked in a school before.

We are looking for people from all kinds of backgrounds, including youth work, customer service, health and social care, coaching, mentoring, retail management, hospitality, community support, or any role where relationship-building and communication are key. If you are someone who can motivate, encourage, and empower young people, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Support students in developing core life skills such as communication, teamwork, time management, and independence.
• Deliver or assist with sessions focused on employability skills, including CV writing, interview preparation, workplace behaviour, and job search techniques.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people who may have learning difficulties, social emotional needs, or barriers to engagement.
• Encourage students to set personal goals and support them in taking steps towards further education, apprenticeships, or employment.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SEN teams, and external partners when required.
• Adapt activities and support strategies to meet individual needs.
• Maintain a calm, patient, and motivational approach in all interactions.

What Tradewind Recruitment Offers

• Flexible, ad-hoc supply work that fits around your schedule.
• Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of SEN schools, colleges, and specialist provisions.
• Full support from a dedicated consultant who understands your strengths and career goals.
• Access to free CPD, including training in SEN awareness, behaviour support, safeguarding, and communication strategies.
• A chance to make a real difference in a student's confidence, independence, and future prospects.

Who We're Looking For

• A positive, encouraging, and proactive attitude.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to relate well to young people.
• Patience, resilience, and a supportive approach to behaviour and learning challenges.
• Experience in coaching, mentoring, youth work, care, or customer-facing roles is highly valued, but no school experience is required.
• A genuine passion for helping students develop the skills they need for adult life.

If you're motivated by helping young people build brighter futures and want flexible, meaningful work, apply today through Tradewind Recruitment. Your guidance could be the stepping stone that helps a young person move confidently into the world of work