Work Coach

Adecco; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Wolverhampton is seeking a dedicated Job Coach to empower individuals in achieving their career goals. This full-time role requires managing a caseload, conducting outreach, and providing tailored support to residents. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of £18.26 and opportunities for professional development. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Competitive hourly rate

Qualifications

• Experienced in coaching, mentoring, or related roles.
• Strong understanding of employment barriers.
• Excellent communicator with local stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of residents and enhance their skills.
• Conduct outreach activities to assess community needs.
• Provide support to ensure clients maintain employment.
• Assist residents with CVs and interview preparation.
• Engage with local employers for job opportunities.

Skills

Coaching

Mentoring

Communication

Understanding of employment barriers

Community support

Job description

Overview

Wolves at Work Job Coach – Location: Wolverhampton. Contract Type: Temporary. Hourly Rate: 18.26. Working Pattern: Full Time (Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM). Driving Required: Yes. Start Date: October 6, 2025.

Are you passionate about empowering individuals to achieve their career goals? Do you want to make a tangible difference in your community? Join us as a Job Coach with Wolves at Work!

What You'll Do

As a Job Coach, you will play a vital role in supporting unemployed and economically inactive residents in Wolverhampton. Your mission? To inspire and guide them towards sustainable employment!

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of residents, utilising various coaching strategies to enhance their skills, confidence, and motivation.
• Conduct regular outreach activities to understand community needs and drive referrals.
• Provide in-work support to ensure clients sustain their employment and meet sustainment targets.
• Assess residents' pre-employment support needs and formulate tailored development plans.
• Assist residents in creating CVs, cover letters, and prepare them for interviews.
• Monitor progress into sustainable employment through regular reviews.
• Engage with local employers to identify job opportunities and meet recruitment needs.
• Maintain thorough records and evidence of referrals and impact.

Who You Are

• A proactive, enthusiastic individual with a passion for community support and development.
• Experienced in coaching, mentoring, or similar roles, with a strong understanding of employment barriers.
• Excellent communicator and relationship builder with both residents and local stakeholders.
• Knowledgeable about the local labour market and keen to support businesses in growth sectors.
• Committed to the principles of equality and diversity, ensuring everyone has access to opportunities.

What We Offer

• A competitive hourly rate of 18.26.
• Full-time hours with a supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to make a real impact on people's lives.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

Join Us

If you're ready to help individuals break down barriers and achieve their career aspirations, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become part of a dynamic team dedicated to transforming lives through employment support.

Don't miss this chance to make a difference in Wolverhampton—apply today!

Wolverhampton City Council is committed to Corporate Parenting and ensuring the best care and protection for children who are looked after.

We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.