Job Coach - Internships; Part Time, Reduced

Position: Job Coach - Supported Internships (Part Time, Reduced Year
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Job Coach - Supported Internships (Part Time, Reduced Year) Salary: Commencing at 26,195 with progression to 26,855 per annum pro rataClosing Date: About the Role

Keighley College is recruiting for a Job Coach for Supported Internships to join our team.

This role is part-time, reduced year - 30 hours a week, 36 weeks per year. The pro rata salary is 16,147 with progression to 16,612 per annum.

As a Job Coach, you will be responsible for supporting learners with SEND in Keighley College within the Supported Internship Programme. You will develop the confidence and work-related skills of students wishing to make their next move out of college and into paid employment.

You will play a crucial role in ensuring high-quality service delivery, building strong relationships with employers and external agencies, and, ultimately, empowering students to achieve their career goals.

Please note, the closing date on this role has been extended. If you have previously applied, you will not be able to submit a further application.

What You Will Do

• Facilitate employability training prior to the beginning of the Internship.
• Provide on-going support in the workplace as required.
• Liaise with internal and external agencies/services/employers to provide useful support and opportunities for the student.
• Support students in and out of class to attend interviews for permanent jobs.
• Represent Supported Internships at events.
• Work closely with the central SEND team and contribute to EHCP reviews meetings and ensure progress reviews and checkpoints are completed

About You

• English and Mathematics at Level 2 or above and a willingness to improve in one or both disciplines to level 3 or above.
• Experience of working with learners with SEND.
• Have excellent communication skills.
• Good knowledge of Equality legislation and the rights of disabled individuals within the workplace.
• Relevant up to date subject knowledge.
• Relevant experience, knowledge and understanding of working in the Sector.

Benefits

The group offers a range of excellent benefits, including:

Annual leave:
Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidays
Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays

Pension schemes with generous employer contributions:
Teachers Pension Scheme
Local Government Pension Scheme
Peoples Pension Scheme

CPD opportunities:
Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days.
Qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.

Employee wellbeing initiatives: Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).

Travel and commuting: Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.

Flexible and hybrid working opportunities: Please speak to the recruiting manager regarding flexible opportunities as these differ between roles.

About Us Keighley College has excellent modern facilities and provides a professional and friendly environment. We pride ourselves on working closely with employers, the local community and other stakeholders to provide curriculum and support that meets the needs of our students. Our core purpose is to improve the life chances of our learners.

We are passionate about helping our students to achieve their goals. We have state-of-the-art facilities in a central location, close to public transport links and great industry connections.

Choosing to work for Keighley College means that you will be part of an enterprising, inclusive, inspiring, collaborative, empowering, and dynamic environment. We hope that we will be part of the next step in your career and look forward to welcoming you to Keighley College.SAFEGUARDING At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS…