SEND Job Coach: Empower Youth toward Work & Placements

London South East Colleges Group; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

London South East Colleges is seeking a committed Job Coach (SEND) to support learners with additional needs as they move into the workplace. The role focuses on preparing learners for work, arranging placements and providing in-work support to build confidence and independence.

You will work with employers to ensure inclusive placements, tracking progress and reporting outcomes, with liaison to families, tutors and external agencies. This is a fixed-term role until July 7, 2027, based in Bexley.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Maths and English (or willingness to work towards this).
• Experience supporting learners, ideally in a SEND/FE/workplace setting.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships.
• Good safeguarding understanding and inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Support learners to prepare for work, including CVs, interview preparation, travel training and workplace visits.
• Match learners to suitable placements through job analysis and employer engagement.
• Provide in-work support, mentoring and confidence-building during placements.
• Train learners to master tasks, model appropriate workplace behaviours and meet employer expectations.
• Work with employers to explain learners’ strengths, support needs and effective strategies.
• Support progression into paid employment where appropriate.
• Keep clear records and reports on learner progress.
• Liaise with parents/carers, tutors, employers and external agencies.

Skills

Experience with SEND learners

Strong communication

Independent and team worker

Safeguarding and inclusive practice

Education

Level 2 Maths and English

Job description

London South East Colleges is seeking a committed Job Coach (SEND) to support learners with additional needs as they move into the workplace. The role focuses on preparing learners for work, arranging placements and providing in-work support to build confidence and independence.

You will work with employers to ensure inclusive placements, tracking progress and reporting outcomes, with liaison to families, tutors and external agencies. This is a fixed-term role until July 7, 2027, based in Bexley.