Ambition Coach; SEQF x ; CDC

Job Details

Based at:
Civic Centre Waterdale Doncaster

Salary Grade8 - £34,434 - £38,221 (Pay award pending)

Contract Type:
Fixed Term 30/10/2028 (with potential extension for a further 2 years)

Hours:

37 hours per week

Flexible working arrangements: flexible working requests considered.

Closing date: 5th July 2026

Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post

At Doncaster, we believe that every person facing a learning barrier should have the opportunity to reach their full potential through meaningful work in their local community. Our Supported Employment team shares a clear purpose: to create inclusive, sustainable employment opportunities that empower individuals and strengthen our communities.

As an Ambitions Coach, you’ll be part of a passionate and collaborative team that works together to deliver high-quality, person-centred support. Our team is guided by the values of inclusion, respect, empowerment, and partnership, and we are committed to making employment a realistic and achievable goal for everyone we support.

You’ll work alongside colleagues, employers, and community partners to help adults with a learning disability and/or who are neurodiverse move towards and into paid employment. Together, we follow the 5-stage Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF) to ensure every candidate’s journey is structured, strengths-based, and tailored to their individual aspirations.

• Engagement
• Vocational Profiling
• Job Matching
• Employer Engagement
• On-the-Job Support & Career Development

• Experience working with vulnerable adults, in learning disabilities, learning difficulties, neurodiversity, or other barriers to employment.
• Understanding of the Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF) or willingness to undertake training in the 5-stage model.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with candidates, families, and employers.
• Ability to manage a caseload, plan and deliver regular coaching sessions, and maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge of employability skills such as CV writing, interview techniques, and job searching strategies.
• Experience or confidence in providing job coaching in real workplace settings to support candidates in becoming independent.
• Team working skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across services and contribute to shared planning and outcomes.
• Organisational and time management skills, with the ability to work independently and prioritise tasks.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and to promoting independence and wellbeing through employment.
• IT literacy, including use of Microsoft Office and digital tools for communication and record‑keeping.
• Flexibility to travel across Doncaster to meet candidates and employers in community and workplace settings.

This role is hybrid working, typically involving 3 days in the office subject to service requirements.

• Competitive leave entitlement
• Generous local government pension scheme
• Wellbeing support and staff networks
• Development and training opportunities
• Staff discounts and benefits schemes
• More information on benefits can be found in the attached benefits booklet.

Safe and secure disclosure:
This post involves working with children/ adults and therefore will require an enhanced level Disclosure and Barring Service check.

For further details or an informal chat please contact: alici or c

City of Doncaster Council is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and improving quality of life for all. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults.

We are a Disability Confident employer and committed to a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We offer interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria and make reasonable adjustments as required.

Address
Civic Office
Waterdale
Doncaster
DN1 3BU