Work Placement Coordinator

Manchester City Council; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Parental leave

Discounts & perks

Learning & development

Job summary

Manchester City Council's STEPs team provides study programmes for young adults aged 16-25 with learning difficulties and disabilities. The post holder will lead a small team of Job Coaches to deliver introductory job skills and secure placements that offer real workplace experiences.

You will organise industry visits, work with employers, and help young people grow confidence and move toward work or volunteering opportunities. DBS checks and references are part of the pre-employment process.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills to relate to a range of people, including employers and young people with learning disabilities, to negotiate work placements and to ensure positive impact.
• Excellent planning and organising skills, can handle multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
• Ability to make day-to-day decisions and take ownership.
• Willingness to apply for an enhanced DBS check, a requirement for this role.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of Job Coaches to provide introductions to job skills for young people.
• Secure high-quality work experience placements and real workplace experiences.
• Organise industry visits to provide encounters with employers and employees.
• Support the transition to adulthood, work, and independent living for young people with learning disabilities.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Planning & organising

Decision making

DBS & safeguarding awareness

Job description

Working Hours: 35 Hours Per Week

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Additional Payments: Casual Car Allowance

Closing Date: 26 August 2026

Closing time: 11.59pm

Interview Method: Face to Face

Legal Right to Work: In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action

This role is subject to:

2 References - where possible we require 3 years' history.

DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice). We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request.

Casual Car Documentation - The successful candidate will be a designated Casual Car User which means that car journeys may be necessary on an occasional basis, but are not essential to the role. If you do drive, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work, as well as provide all the appropriate documentation. You will receive an allowance per mile of business use.

This role offers the chance to make a difference to the lives of young people with learning disabilities by giving them support to make the transition into adulthood, to be inspired by the possibilities for work, both paid and voluntary and to gain confidence in their own skills and abilities.

Manchester City Council's STEPs team delivers study programmes for young adults aged 16-25 with learning difficulties and disabilities.

The programme aims to help young people with learning disabilities grow in all areas of their lives—not just in the classroom. We support them to build confidence, learn everyday skills, make friends, and prepare for work or independent living, based on what matters most to them.

The post holder will lead a small team of Job Coaches to provide an introduction to job skills to the young people. They will secure high-quality work experience placements providing real workplace experiences, working alongside employees and managers. They will organise industry visits to offer encounters with employers and employees.

For an informal discussion, please contact the hiring manager, Dianne Pheasey, on 07970154087 or at [e-mail] to arrange a convenient time to discuss the role.

We would love to hear from you if you have experience of:

• Using your excellent communication skills to relate to a range of different people, including employers and young people with learning disabilities, to negotiate work placements and to ensure young people get the most positive impact from them
• Excellent planning and organising skills, with the ability to organise multiple tasks in the most effective way and prioritise tasks.
• The ability to make effective decisions on a day-to-day basis, taking ownership of decisions.
• The ability to organise your own and others' activities to plan and deliver an excellent programme for our young people to support them into work and volunteering.
• Willingness to apply for an enhanced DBS check which is a requirement for this role.

We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities.

Working for Manchester isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.

Our Manchester Is Our Vision For a Fairer, Greener, And Healthier City - a Vision Shaped By The People Of Manchester. It Guides Everything We Do At The Council And Is Brought To Life Through The Our Manchester Behaviours

• We take time to listen and understand
• We work together and trust each other
• We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
• We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
• We’re proud and passionate about Manchester

Benefits We Offer

• Generous holiday allowance - Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks during our annual leave purchase period.
• A buzzing pension - You’ll be enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum.
• Enhanced parental and carers leave - Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events.
• Brilliant perks - Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
• Learn and grow - We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process.
• A Good Employment Charter member - We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognize three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life.
• Up to 3 days volunteering leave - Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits.

Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council

At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.

Support During the Process

• Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview.
• Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the "Accessibility tools" button at the top of our careers page. This tool offers features like text-to-speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size and colour to make our site more accessible for everyone.

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme

Requirements

We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care, or have previously been in care.
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term condition
• Have you completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme or any MCC positive action programmes?

When You Join Us

We’re a Disability Confident Employer, Offering

• A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.
• Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.
• A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly.

For more information about the role or any adjustments, email [e-mail].

What We Will Need From You If You're Successful

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement ofemployment. This is not a role we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship.

Pre-Employment Checks

If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you’ve applied for, see the top of the advert for details. These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve.

Other Relevant Information

We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.

For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.

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