Internship Job Coach

Job Coach – Supported Internships x 3 (EL850)

Salary: £26,592 - £29,838 (pro rata per annum)
Contract Type:
Fixed Term to June 2027

Hours:

37 per week (Term Time Only 36 weeks)

Location:

Crewe and Ellesmere Port Campus

• Provide 1:1 support for young people with special education needs (SEN) to fulfill the requirements of their job role on employment placements as part of a Supported Internship programme.
• Provide in‑depth instruction and coaching to fulfil agreed job tasks on a reducing basis over time.
• Engage with employers and employee colleagues to provide the support and integration necessary to sustain the internship and potential future progression to paid employment.

• Level 2 or equivalent qualification.
• GCSE Grade C (4/5) in English and Maths or equivalent.
• Evidence of relevant continuous professional development.
• Qualification in Systematic Instruction (TSI) (willingness to work towards).
• Proven experience in a similar supportive environment.
• Experience of working and communicating effectively with people with learning difficulties and disabilities.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion in work and the learning environment.
• Enhanced DBS check.

• Access to world‑class facilities.
• Access to new qualifications to support your career in education such as short online courses in Equality and Diversity, Information, Advice and Guidance, Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent, and Principles of Customer Service.
• Financial support offered to obtain your teacher qualification.
• Extensive upskilling and professional development opportunities.
• Competitive salary.
• Pension scheme with generous employer contributions (28.68% for TPS and 21% for LGPS).
• Up to 51 days of annual leave, including bank holidays, Christmas closure, and a dedicated Wellbeing Day.
• Onsite fitness and childcare facilities.
• Employee benefit platform.
• Onsite Costa, café, shop, restaurants and hair and beauty salon.
• Free onsite parking.
• Employee Referral Scheme.
• Staff Awards.

Cheshire College South and West is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be required to provide a DBS Disclosure, Right to Work evidence and original qualification certificates. Online checks will be carried out and references will be sought.