NEET & Supported Employment Coach

Dorset Community Action; Guildford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to empowering young people in the community. As a NEET & Supported Employment Coach, you will play a vital role in transforming lives through personalized coaching and hands-on job training. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with young individuals at risk of becoming NEET, helping them set personal goals and connect with community initiatives. With a commitment to developing community-based solutions, this role allows you to make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive environment focused on growth and development.

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching young people and supporting their development.
• Ability to create and implement community initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Work 1-to-1 with young people to support their career development.
• Deliver NEET Prevention programs and coaching sessions.

Skills

Coaching

Youth Support

Program Development

Education

Relevant Degree or Qualification

Job description

We’re Hiring!

Passionate about supporting young people? Join Dorset Community Action as a NEET & Supported Employment Coach.

Responsibilities

1. Work 1-to-1 with young people.
2. Support real-life job training through our Coaching and GreenCare projects.
3. Be part of initiatives that change lives.

Job Details

Job Title: NEET and Supported Employment Coach

Hours: 37 hours per week

Reporting to: Programme Manager

Responsible for: Delivery of NEET Prevention programme

Salary range: Starting salary £25k – £28k, depending on experience

Contract: 12-month fixed term contract (extension subject to success)

About Dorset Community Action

Our mission is to develop community-based solutions that improve services for Dorset’s communities through:

• A thriving voluntary and community sector
• More local jobs and community enterprises
• Affordable housing
• Community-driven health and social care

We have successfully delivered NEET prevention programs across BCP and Dorset Council areas. The post involves working with young people at risk of becoming NEET, coaching them to overcome barriers, set personal goals, and engage with community initiatives.

Additionally, we operate a Supported Employment Project, coaching and employing SEND young people in garden maintenance services for various clients.

We aim to scale these services to increase income and support more young people. The person in this role will help develop and deliver these programs.