Job Coach

Aspire People; Kettering; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People in Kettering is seeking dedicated Job Coaches to support our partner College for SEN pupils aged 18+. We offer full-time, part-time and ad hoc cover opportunities with salaries of £120–£135 per day, depending on role and experience.

As a Job Coach you will help students develop employability and workplace skills, build confidence and independence, support work experience activities, and maintain positive relationships with colleagues and employers.

Qualifications

• Experience with young people with SEND or barriers to employment.
• Patient and excellent communicator.
• Reliable, adaptable and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Support students in developing employability and workplace skills.
• Provide encouragement and practical support in learning environments.
• Help students build confidence, independence and communication.
• Support students during work experience and vocational activities.
• Develop positive relationships with students, employers and professionals.
• Encourage students to overcome barriers and achieve goals.
• Promote independence with appropriate levels of support.
• Follow individual support plans and track progress.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive and supportive environment.
• Support on 1:1 and group sessions.

Skills

SEND experience

Communication

Team player

Reliability

Relationship building

Education/Employment support

Job description

Job Role: Job Coach

Location: Kettering

Employer: Aspire People

Contract: Full Time, Part Time & Ad Hoc Cover Opportunities

Salary: £120 - £135 per day dependent on role and experience

Here at Aspire People we are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic Job Coaches to join our team and support our incredible partner College for SEN pupils aged 18+.

We have a range of opportunities available, including full-time, part-time and ad hoc cover, making this an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals looking for flexibility or those seeking to develop their career within education and specialist support.

As a Job Coach, you will play an important role in supporting students to develop their employability, independence and workplace skills, helping them prepare for successful transitions into employment and adult life.

The Role

• Support students in developing employability and workplace skills.
• Provide encouragement, guidance and practical support in a range of learning and work-based environments.
• Help students build confidence, independence and communication skills.
• Support students during work experience and vocational activities.
• Develop positive relationships with students, colleagues, employers and other professionals.
• Encourage students to overcome barriers and achieve their individual goals.
• Promote independence while providing appropriate levels of support.
• Follow individual support plans and contribute to students' progress and development.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive and supportive environment.
• Support on a 1:1 basis as well as running sessions for groups of pupils.

About You

We are looking for people who have previous experience working with young people with SEND, additional needs or barriers to employment as well as:

• Passionate about supporting young people and helping them achieve their potential.
• Patient, approachable and an excellent communicator.
• Reliable, adaptable and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Confident supporting individuals with a range of needs.
• Motivated to make a genuine difference to students' lives.
• Able to build positive and professional relationships.
• Experienced in education, care, employment support, vocational training or a similar setting (desirable but not essential).

Who are Aspire People?

Aspire People is the UK's fastest growing education recruitment agency and we specialise in providing teaching and support staff to schools across the Midlands and surrounding regions. We focus on delivering high-quality service to all candidates and clients, working closely with primary, secondary, and SEN schools to match them with qualified professionals, including teachers, teaching assistants, and administrative staff. We are fully commitment to safeguarding and have built a strong reputation for reliability, expertise, and a people-first approach in the education sector.

Why join Aspire People?

• Dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way
• Opportunities to gain experience across a range of local settings
• Contracts to suit you! We specialise in permanent, long-term, short-term, and day-to-day roles.
• Competitive pay with multiple payment options
• Refer a friend scheme which can earn £100-£250 per person
• Access to free CPD and training opportunities

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks