Job Coach

Kirklees-College; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 18,457 - 18,668; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance programme

Retail and leisure discounts

Reduced Metro travel

Job summary

Kirklees-College is looking for a Job Coach based at the Springfield Sixth Form Centre in Dewsbury. The role focuses on supporting young people with SEND into employment, working alongside fellow staff to facilitate skill development.

The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 qualification in literacy and numeracy, as well as extensive experience with students who have learning difficulties. This role emphasizes the values of kindness, unity, and excellence, while offering staff development opportunities and various perks.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Level 2 qualification in literacy and numeracy.
• Extensive experience working with students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
• Experience working with employers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with SEND into employment.
• Visit young people on work placements to provide coaching.
• Demonstrate commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Skills

Experience with SEND

Job coaching techniques

Working with employers

Education

Level 2 qualification in literacy and numeracy

Job description

Job Description

Job Reference: ATR91992

Application deadline: 03/07/2026

Salary: £18,457.00 - £18,668.00

Job Title: Job Coach

Salary: £18,457 - £18,668 (FTE £26,267 - £26,567)

Location: Springfield Sixth Form Centre, Dewsbury

Hours and Weeks per Year: 26 hours per week / 52 weeks per year

In the role of Job Coach, you’ll predominantly be based in Dewsbury at the Springfield Sixth Form centre and your focus will be on supporting young people with SEND into employment. You will be working alongside another job coach, a work placement officer and a curriculum lead.

You will be responsible for visiting young people with SEND on their work placements and using job coaching techniques to support the young people’s development. The attached job description gives more detailed information about the responsibilities and requirements of the role.

You will need a minimum of a Level 2 qualification in literacy and numeracy.

You will have extensive experience of working with students with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities including ASD, as well as experience of working with employers and other external stakeholders and demonstrate our College values of Kindness, Unity and Excellence in your role.

Due to the nature of our work, it’s essential you’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

We believe learning is not just for our students: it’s an important part of working here too. Staff development opportunities include a mentoring scheme, financial contributions for external qualifications and skills development for current and aspiring managers. You’ll also have access to a range of staff benefits including an employee assistance programme, retail and leisure discounts and reduced Metro travel.

We want people who believe in the value of education, and who can contribute to our culture of supporting and challenging one another.

Closing Date: 03/07/2026 at 11:59pm

As an employer we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of an individuals’ sex, age, religion, race, marital status, disability status, sexual orientation, maternity or care leaver status. We are committed to exploring opportunities for flexible working and ensuring the work‑life balance and wellbeing of our workforce. Please note that any job offer is subject to pre‑employment checks including a DBS check, online searches and references from former employers, in line with guidance from Department for Education.