Instructor/Work Coach

Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days annual leave including bankhol

Contributory Pension

CPD opportunities including free sign‑

Free onsite parking

Free onsite gym

Discounted childcare at onsite Little

Westfield Health Cash Plan including 7

Job summary

The Carr Fenton Foundation in Doncaster is seeking an Instructor/Work Coach to tailor learning and training to individual needs, guiding clients toward employability and job readiness. The role focuses on supporting and instructing learners to develop transferable skills for work.

Applicants should have GCSE English and Maths, experience in the employability sector, and be willing to progress in BSL Level 2, with strong IT and communication abilities in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• English & Maths GCSE grade C/4 or above.
• Minimum of two years in the employability sector.
• Level 2 or above IAG or equivalent.
• PTTLS or equivalent or work towards.
• Willingness to work towards BSL level 2.
• Experience with people with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored learning and training to individuals.
• Lead, support and instruct individuals to develop transferable job-ready skills for work.
• Deliver sessions to small groups.
• Contribute to creating inclusive and accessible learning environments.

Skills

English & Maths GCSE

Employability sector experience

IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Time management

Interpersonal skills

BSL level 1-2 willingness

Education

Level 2 Information, Advice and Guidance

PTTLS or equivalent

Willingness to work towards BSL level 2

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Carr Fenton Foundation

Leger Way

Doncaster

DN2 6AY

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Hours: 37 hours per week

Aspire to be is our innovative specialist employability service for those who are D/deaf, hard of hearing and also those who are neuro-diverse, which inspires and makes a difference.

An opportunity has arisen for an Instructor/Work Coach to join the team, providing support that tailors learning, and training requirements to individual needs that lead, support, and instruct individuals in developing transferable job ready skills in preparation for work (please see the job description for the full list of responsibilities).

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• English & Maths GCSE Grade C/4 or above
• Minimum of two years proven experience of working in the employability sector.
• Level 2 or above, Information, Advice and Guidance or equivalent
• PTTLS or equivalent or work towards
• Willingness to work towards BSL level 2
• Experience in working with people with disabilities.
• Experience of delivering sessions to small groups
• Proficient use of a range of IT software in Microsoft packages.
• Excellent time management and planning skills, used to managing own work load and working to deadlines.
• Outstanding communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work calmly when under pressure and show flexibility to help others.

We can offer you:

• 35 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Contributory Pension
• Great CPD opportunities including free sign language classes
• Free onsite parking
• Free use of onsite gym
• Discounted childcare at the onsite Little Learners Day Nursery
• Westfield Health Cash Plan including Doctorline (24/7 access to a GP), Dental, Optical and prescription claims and much more.

Closing date for applications: 4th October 2026

Interviews to be held: 12th October 2026

Location: The Carr Fenton Foundation, Leger Way, Doncaster, DN2 6AY

The Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The Foundation may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants and all applicants will be required to provide details of their online profile, including social media accounts, as part of their application.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Foundation is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are &slshquot;spent&slshquot; unless they are &slshquot;protected&slshquot; under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

We are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the workplace.