Job Coach, Education ​/ Teaching, Special Needs ​/ Learning Disabilities

Join Colchester Institute – Where Your Career Makes a Difference

At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment.

We are seeking a Job Coach
to join our team. In this role you will support Foundation and Supported Learning students in developing employability skills by managing, coordinating, and providing 1:1 and small group support for students on work experience placements. This includes liaising with employers, curriculum staff, and learners to ensure successful placement outcomes and the development of key skills for future employment. You will also ensure that learners are prepared for their placements and supported throughout the process, with regular checks on their progress, safety, and well-being.

Job title:
Job Coach

22 Hours per week, 38 weeks per year (TTO)

Permanent Role

Braintree Campus

• Proactively source and secure work experience placements for students, collaborating with employers to ensure placements meet learners' needs and course requirements.
• Visit students at their work placements to monitor safety, well-being, and progress, providing ongoing support and guidance as necessary
• Liaise with curriculum area heads, tutors, and employers to ensure smooth communication regarding placement expectations, learner progress, and any support needed.
• Develop effective working relationships with employers to ensure placements meet student needs and expectations, ensuring students maximise opportunities for skill development.
• Complete all required paperwork for work experience placements, maintaining accurate records on student progress and placement details across all campuses
• Work with students to discuss appropriate placements based on course requirements, employer availability, and transportation limitations
• Provide tailored support for students with special education needs, ensuring they are adequately supported during their work experience placements.

• Experience of developing new relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Experience of working with young people with special educational needs and/or barriers to learning in a relevant setting.
• Experience of working within a college setting.
• Experience of using database systems.
• Experience of working in a busy team environment, managing conflicting priorities.
• Experience of following policies and procedures to process information and produce documents / materials to a high standard of presentation, accuracy, and speed.
• Experience of providing a flexible, customer focused administrative service that meets the requirements of all stakeholders.

• Minimum of Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics GCSE 4+ or C and above / CSE Level 1 / O-Level C or above / Level 2 Adult Numeracy or Literacy or equivalent
• Educated to Level 3 or above, with a qualification in Foundation Learning, Supported Learning, Special Educational Needs (SEN), Education, or a related subject area. Equivalent relevant professional qualifications may also be considered.

At Colchester Institute, we value our staff and invest in their growth. Joining us means becoming part of a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education and training. If you are passionate about making a difference and inspiring the next generation, we would love to hear from you.

We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL.