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

Job Coach (25/467) – 29.5 hours per week, 36 weeks per year

£23,750 FTE (£15,636.49 pro rata per annum)

Permanent

Location: The Grimsby Institute

The Grimsby Institute is part of the TEC Partnership, which is a large, innovative, dynamic and financially sound organisation.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Job Coach to join our Supported Internship team. This vital role supports young people with learning disabilities to develop the skills, confidence, and independence they need to thrive in the workplace.

You will work closely with interns, employers, teaching staff, and external agencies to ensure every intern is fully supported throughout their placement—from initial profiling to securing paid employment wherever possible.

If you are passionate about inclusion, motivated by seeing young people succeed, and confident working across education and employment settings, we would love to hear from you.

As a Job Coach, you will:

• Provide one-to-one coaching and practical support to interns in workplace settings.
• Carry out vocational profiling, job matching, and job analysis to ensure high-quality placement experiences.
• Build strong, positive relationships with employers and promote inclusive employment opportunities.
• Accompany interns on workplace visits, inductions, and their first days, providing ongoing observation, target-setting, and review.
• Support interns to develop essential work-readiness skills, including CV writing, travel training, communication, and problem-solving.
• Develop accessible task aids, workplace resources, and strategies to help interns succeed.
• Liaise with parents/carers, colleagues, and external agencies to ensure consistent and holistic support.
• Contribute to programme administration, progress reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Make a genuine difference in the lives of young people and their futures.
• Work in a supportive, collaborative team passionate about inclusive education.
• Access ongoing training, CPD, and professional development opportunities.
• Be part of a programme that opens doors to employment and transforms outcomes.

If you’re committed to helping young people achieve meaningful, sustainable employment and want to work in a role with real impact, apply now and join our dedicated Supported Internship team.

• Experienced in working with young people with learning difficulties and disabilities.
• Skilled in mentoring, coaching, and motivating learners.
• A strong communicator with excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to work independently, manage their own time, and adapt to changing needs.
• Competent in using Microsoft Office and online systems.
• Able to work flexibly and travel between locations (car user essential).

In return for your skills and experience, we can offer you access to a wide range of Group benefits, such as:

• Pension Membership
• Christmas Closure Days
• Occupational sick pay scheme (higher than statute)
• Occupational Maternity/Adoption pay (higher than statute)
• Life Assurance Scheme and Death Grant
• 24-hour Employee Helpline – Free and confidential
• Cycle to Work
• Saving Schemes
• Westfield Health Medical Cash Plan – monthly payments
• UNUM Dental Cash Plan – monthly payments
• Staff discounts on campus e.g., Hair & Beauty/ Bakery/ Gym

If after reading the job description you are interested in this role, please press the “Apply Online” button and send us your application.

The closing date for this advert is 15th February 2026

The TEC Partnership is committed to Prevent Duty, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and promoting British Values within the workplace. We are an equal opportunity workplace. Safeguarding is a priority for us, as well as ensuring the welfare of children and young people and we expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers.

All posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Clearance through the DBS, references that cover the last two years of employment and online screening. Other checks may also be required.

Please note that all employees must have Literacy and Numeracy to at least Level 2.