Flexible Employment Coach – Help People Thrive

Forward Trust

Greater London

On-site

GBP 27,000 - 30,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Training and development opportunities

Season Ticket Loan Scheme

Pension scheme

Job summary

The Forward Trust in London is seeking an Employment Coach to support unemployed learners to build confidence, develop employability skills, and secure sustainable work. You will manage a caseload, deliver 1:1 and group coaching, and work with partners to connect learners with vacancies.

We offer a 35-hour week, a salary up to £30,000 DOE, and a supportive charity environment with development opportunities within the organization.

Qualifications

Excellent communication and coaching skills.
Experience supporting people into employment, training, or progression.
Ability to build positive relationships with learners, employers, and partners.
Strong organisational and administrative skills.
A target-focused approach with a genuine passion for helping others succeed.

Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of learners from enrolment through to employment outcomes.
Deliver engaging 1:1 and group coaching sessions.
Support CV writing, applications, interview preparation, and job search activities.
Recruit learners through outreach, community engagement, events, and partnership working.
Matching learners to suitable vacancies and supporting them through the recruitment process.
Building strong relationships with employers to secure interviews, work trials, and job opportunities.
Providing in-work support to help learners sustain employment.
Maintaining accurate learner records and ensuring compliance with funding requirements.
Achieving recruitment, engagement, and job outcome targets.