About this role
🌟Job Coach 📍 Hugh Baird College, Bootle 🕓 35 hours per week-Temporary for academic year 26/27 💷 £13.09 per hour 💼 Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) 🎁 Access to Medicash and a wide range of staff benefits Join an Outstanding Team At Hugh Baird College, an Ofsted Outstanding provider, we are committed to inspiring, challenging, and transforming lives. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a workplace where ideas are valued, creativity is nurtured, and professional growth is supported. Make a Difference Every Day Are you passionate about supporting young people with learning difficulties and disabilities to achieve their goals and become more independent? At Hugh Baird College, we are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Job Coach to join our Learning for Life team and support students participating in our Supported Internship Programme. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to help learners develop the confidence, skills and independence they need to thrive in the workplace and beyond As a Job Coach, you will provide tailored support to students both in college and in the workplace. You will play a vital role in helping learners develop employability skills, build independence and gain meaningful work experience. Key responsibilities include: Supporting students during work placements and helping them develop job-related skills. Providing travel training and accompanying students on public transport to help them become independent travellers. Supporting learners in classroom sessions, educational visits and social development activities. Assisting students with assessments, workplace journals and learning activities. Working closely with lecturers, employers and the Supported Internship team to monitor progress and achieve positive outcomes. Encouraging confidence, self-esteem and independence in all aspects of learning and employment.