Job Coach

The Manchester College; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 35 days + bank holidays

LGPS pension

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Retail discounts

Job summary

The Manchester College is seeking a dedicated Job Coach to support learners with diverse needs, helping them develop employability skills in classrooms and workplaces.

You will conduct one-to-one coaching, liaise with employers, and assist learners in overcoming barriers to employment. This is a permanent full-time role (35 hours per week) term-time over 39 weeks, based at Salford Quays with travel to local placements.

Qualifications

• Level 2 English and Maths qualifications required.
• Experience of working with young people and adults with SEND in education.
• Ability to use IT systems, including Microsoft Office.
• Empathy and strong communication with leaners, families and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one coaching to learners to develop employability skills.
• Liaise with employers to arrange work placements and visits.
• Support learners in overcoming barriers to work and sustaining progress.
• Travel between Salford Quays sites and nearby placements.

Skills

IT literacy

English language proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Adaptability

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Level 2 English

Level 2 Maths

Level 2 support qualification or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Assistive technology software

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Job title Job Coach Job reference REQ012844 Date posted 18/09/2026 Application closing date 16/10/2026 Location Manchester Salary * Pro-rata £23,500 - £33,276.90 (FTE £26,000 - £36,817) per annum Package Competitive Benefits plus Local Government Pension Scheme Contractual hours 35 Basis Full time Job category/type Student Support Attachments Job Coach.pdf 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 to join our Foundation Learning and Student Support Department as a Job Coach on a permanent, full-time (35 hours per week), term-time only basis (over 39 weeks).

The role is based at Salford Quays and will involve travel between work experience placements in the vicinity of here.

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 paid 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.

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 16/10/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!