Neurodiverse Youth Coach & Employer Liaison

Red 5 People Ltd; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Red 5 People Ltd. is seeking a SEND Youth Coach based in High Wycombe to support neurodiverse young people as they prepare for and enter the workplace.

You will work with a small group, arranging supported work experience, advising employers on necessary adjustments, and guiding participants through day-to-day workplace tasks. This role focuses on building relationships with employers, helping young people grow confidence, and providing travel training to enable reliable commutes.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the challenges faced by neurodiverse young people.
• Ability to build relationships with employers.
• Experience in roles such as Employment Advisor, Job Coach, Careers Advisor, Recruitment Consultant, Youth Support Worker or Employer Engagement Consultant would be useful.

Responsibilities

• Approaching local employers to arrange supported work experience placements.
• Helping employers put the right adjustments in place, and giving advice on how to best support a young person with a neurodiverse profile.
• Supporting the young person with their role, tasks, and day-to-day workplace skills.
• Providing travel training so they can confidently get to and from work.
• Keeping families regularly updated and involved.

Skills

Understanding neurodiverse youngpeople

Employer engagement

Communication

Relationship building

Engagement and support of youth

Job description

Red 5 People Ltd. is seeking a SEND Youth Coach based in High Wycombe to support neurodiverse young people as they prepare for and enter the workplace.

You will work with a small group, arranging supported work experience, advising employers on necessary adjustments, and guiding participants through day-to-day workplace tasks. This role focuses on building relationships with employers, helping young people grow confidence, and providing travel training to enable reliable commutes.