Job Coach

The Manchester College; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days annual leave

3 wellbeing days

Significant pension contribution

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work

Job summary

The Manchester College is hiring a part-time Job Coach to support Foundation Learning and Student Support. You will work with learners with diverse needs in classroom and workplace settings, coaching one-to-one, liaising with employers, and helping learners build employability skills for sustainable employment.

Based at City Labs Campus in Manchester, the role is 30 hours per week, term-time only over 39 weeks.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Level 2 support qualification in a specialist area or equivalent experience.
• 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.
• Experience and knowledge, empathy and understanding of the specific issues relating to the education of young people and adults with a SEND.
• Experienced and competent in the use of IT systems such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of specific assistive technology or specialist software in supporting learners with a SEND.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both spoken and written.
• A deep level of empathy, creating an environment where learners feel thoroughly understood and supported.
• Ability to communicate effectively with learners to ascertain their needs and ambitions, relay information and provide constructive feedback.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with parents, carers, teachers, employers, and other educational professionals.
• Ability to analyse and evaluate performance (their own and that of their learners) to gauge and direct progress.
• Adaptability and the willingness to implement a variety of strategies and methodologies tailored to each learner’s goals and adjust techniques and strategies dynamically to address the evolving challenges and aspirations of each learner.
• Creativity to develop innovative and engaging strategies to motivate all learners.
• Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of delivered support for individual learners.
• Ability to self-evaluate and make necessary adaptations to own practice and make suggestions to others.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and support a culture of teamwork within a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Must be willing to travel to a range of workplaces in order to support SEND students in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• One-to-one coaching with learners to develop employability skills.
• Liaising with employers to arrange placements and work opportunities.
• Support learners to overcome barriers to work and build confidence.
• Travel to various internship sites across the city to support SEND students in the workplace.

Skills

One-to-one coaching

Communication skills

Empathy

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Travel to workplaces

Education

Level 2 English

Level 2 Maths

Level 2 support qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job description

Join our dedicated Foundation Learning and Student Support team as a Job Coach and make a real difference in students’ futures. We’re looking for an enthusiastic, patient, and proactive individual to support learners with diverse needs in developing their employability skills. You’ll work closely with students in classroom and workplace settings, building confidence and preparing them for successful, sustainable employment. Your role will include one-to-one coaching, liaising with employers, and helping students overcome barriers to work. Experience of working with young people with additional learning needs is desirable, along with excellent communication and organisational skills. If you are passionate about empowering learners and helping them achieve their goals, we’d love to hear from you.

We have an exciting opportunity at our City Labs campus to join our Foundation Learning and Student Support Department as a Job Coach on a permanent, part-time (30 hours per week), term-time only (over 39 weeks) basis.

The role will require working across all internship sites across the city.

Site Information

Located in Manchester’s innovation district, the City Labs Campus is part of UCEN Manchester’s modern City Centre Campus. It offers industry-standard facilities and cutting-edge learning environments, ideal for students in science, healthcare, and digital fields. With excellent transport links and close proximity to universities and hospitals, it’s a prime location for career-focused education.

Who are TMC?

The Manchester College is the Largest Further Education College in the United Kingdom and has the largest provisions for 16-19yrs olds, adults, and higher education in Greater Manchester. We are part of the LTE group that consist of MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We currently support more than 25% of Greater Manchester’s learning provision and are currently rated “Good” by Ofsted. The Manchester Colleges offering is bolstered by 18 Centres of Excellence across our campuses, ensuring we give our best and strive to achieve an unrivalled learning experience for our students. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners nationally to ensure our students secure their place as the leaders of the future.

Proudly, The Manchester College is also 1 of only 57 organisations nationally recognised with the Princess Royal Training Award 2025, demonstrating our commitment to investing in our people and their development.

Benefits

• 35 days paid annual leave plus 5 bank holidays (pro-rated for weeks worked per year).
• 3 well-being days per year (pro-rata).
• Significant pension contribution.
• Retail discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Role Responsibilities

Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Minimum of a Level 2 support qualification in a specialist area or equivalent experience or willingness to obtain a Level 2 support qualification in a specialist area.
• 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.
• Experience and knowledge, empathy and understanding of the specific issues relating to the education of young people and adults with a SEND.
• Experienced and competent in the use of IT systems such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of specific assistive technology or specialist software in supporting learners with a SEND.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both spoken and written.
• A deep level of empathy, creating an environment where learners feel thoroughly understood and supported.
• Ability to communicate effectively with learners to ascertain their needs and ambitions, relay information and provide constructive feedback.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with parents, carers, teachers, employers, and other educational professionals.
• Ability to analyse and evaluate performance (their own and that of their learners) to gauge and direct progress.
• Adaptability and the willingness to implement a variety of strategies and methodologies tailored to each learner’s goals and adjust techniques and strategies dynamically to address the evolving challenges and aspirations of each learner.
• Creativity to develop innovative and engaging strategies to motivate all learners.
• Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of delivered support for individual learners.
• Ability to self-evaluate and make necessary adaptations to own practice and make suggestions to others.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and support a culture of teamwork within a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Must be willing to travel to a range of workplaces in order to support SEND students in the workplace.

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At The Manchester College, we’re committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester’s and the UK’s rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 12/11/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!