Empowerment Coach for SEND Learners' Careers

Novus; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension contributions

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work

Job summary

The Manchester College in Salford Quays is seeking a dedicated Job Coach to support Foundation Learning and Student Support. You will work with learners with diverse needs across classroom and work placements to build employability skills, confidence and independence, providing one-to-one coaching and liaising with employers to create meaningful work experiences.

This permanent, full-time role (35 hours per week, term-time only over 39 weeks) involves travelling between placements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Level 2 qualification in English and Maths.
• Experience of working with young people and adults with a SEND in an education environment.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both spoken and written.
• A deep level of empathy and the ability to support learners’ goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one coaching to learners.
• Liaise with employers to arrange work placements.
• Help learners overcome barriers to work and develop employability skills.
• Support learners in classroom and workplace settings.

Skills

Level 2 English

Level 2 Maths

SEND experience

Communication skills

Empathy

Education

Level 2 qualification in English and Maths

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Manchester College in Salford Quays is seeking a dedicated Job Coach to support Foundation Learning and Student Support. You will work with learners with diverse needs across classroom and work placements to build employability skills, confidence and independence, providing one-to-one coaching and liaising with employers to create meaningful work experiences.

This permanent, full-time role (35 hours per week, term-time only over 39 weeks) involves travelling between placements.