Youth Engagement Job Coach / Employability Work Placement Coordinator (AWDO-P14186) in Bangor)

AWD online; Bangor; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic training provider in Bangor, North Wales, is looking for a compassionate Youth Engagement Job Coach / Employability Work Placement Coordinator. The role involves supporting young people aged 16-19 in developing employability skills and securing work placements. Candidates should have experience in mentoring, knowledge of safeguarding practices, and excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers competitive salary and benefits, including a pension scheme and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme (5% contribution)

Bupa Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience of supporting or mentoring young people aged 16–19.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and welfare practices.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Engage with referral partners, employers, and families to recruit and support learners.
• Mentor young people aged 16–19 to develop employability and life skills.
• Source and monitor high-quality work placements.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organisational and time-management skills

Ability to engage, motivate, and build trust with learners

Creative and flexible approach to problem-solving

Education

Teaching or training qualification (AET or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Youth Engagement Job Coach / Employability Work Placement Coordinator

An exciting opportunity for a passionate and proactive Youth Engagement Job Coach / Employability Work Placement Coordinator to support and inspire young people aged 16‑19 to develop their employability skills and move into education, training, or work.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you:

• Youth Support Worker
• Employability Mentor
• Training Officer
• Learning Coach
• Careers Advisor
• Work Placement Officer
• Employability Coach
• Youth Mentor

SALARY: up to £28,840 per annum + Benefits

LOCATION: Bangor, North Wales – with travel to Anglesey (Llangefni), Gwynedd and Conwy

JOB TYPE: Full‑Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 37.5 Hours per Week

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Youth Engagement Job Coach / Employability Work Placement Coordinator who is dedicated to helping young people achieve their full potential. Working as part of the Youth Engagement Team, you’ll mentor and motivate learners who are not in education, employment or training (NEET) to build confidence and skills for their future.

As a Youth Engagement Job Coach / Employability Work Placement Coordinator you’ll build relationships with local employers, referral partners, and families to provide tailored employability and pastoral support. You’ll help learners identify their goals, develop essential workplace skills, and progress onto further education, training, or sustainable employment.

This Youth Engagement Job Coach / Employability Work Placement Coordinator position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people while working within a supportive, learner‑focused environment that values development, teamwork and wellbeing.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The company is a passionate and well‑established training provider helping people of all ages unlock their potential through apprenticeships and professional development across North Wales and England. Their work focuses on empowering learners and supporting employers in sectors such as health and social care, business, management, hospitality and active leisure.

By working closely with communities and industry partners, the organisation creates real opportunities for growth and success.

If you’re interested in joining a team that’s dedicated to making a genuine difference through education and lifelong learning, we’d love to hear from you.

DUTIES

• Building Relationships: Engage with referral partners, employers, and families to recruit and support learners
• Learner Support: Mentor young people aged 16–19 to develop employability and life skills
• Work Placements: Source and monitor safe, high‑quality placements that meet learner needs and employer expectations
• Progress Monitoring: Conduct reviews and assessments to measure progress and identify development needs
• Safeguarding Awareness: Ensure learner wellbeing and maintain a safe and inclusive environment
• Employer Liaison: Work closely with local businesses to create placement and progression opportunities
• Collaboration: Partner with tutors and colleagues to ensure a joined‑up approach to learner development
• Administration: Maintain accurate records, timesheets, and reports to support programme compliance
• Attendance Monitoring: Track learner attendance and intervene where engagement may be at risk

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• Proven experience of supporting or mentoring young people aged 16–19
• Knowledge of safeguarding and welfare practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills
• Good IT skills with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and SharePoint
• Ability to engage, motivate, and build trust with learners
• Creative and flexible approach to problem‑solving
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

DESIRABLE

• Welsh language skills
• Experience in the work‑based learning or employability sector
• Teaching or training qualification (AET or equivalent)

BENEFITS

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Four‑week induction and training programme
• Company pension scheme (5% contribution)
• Laptop and mobile phone for agile working
• Bupa Employee Assistance Programme
• Reward and recognition scheme

This role requires a DBS check.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P14186