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

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Job title Job Coach Job reference REQ
012844 Date posted 18/09/2026 Final date to receive applications 16/10/2026 Location Manchester Salary
* Pro-rata £23,500 - £33,276.90 (FTE £26,000 - £36,817) per annum Package Competitive Benefits plus Local Government Pension Scheme Contractual hours 35 Basis Full time Job category/type Student Support Attachments Job  Job description

Join our dedicated Foundation Learning and Student Support team as a Job Coach and make a real difference in students’ futures. We’re looking for an enthusiastic, patient, and proactive individual to support learners with diverse needs in developing their employability skills. You’ll work closely with students in classroom and workplace settings, building confidence and preparing them for successful, sustainable employment. Your role will include one-to-one coaching, liaising with employers, and helping students overcome barriers to work.

Experience of working with young people with additional learning needs is desirable, along with excellent communication and organisational skills. If you are passionate about empowering learners and helping them achieve their goals, we’d love to hear from you.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Foundation Learning and Student Support Department as a Job Coach on a permanent, full-time (35 hours per week), term-time only basis (over 39 weeks).

The role is based at Salford Quays and will involve travel between work experience placements in the vicinity of here.

Who are TMC?

The Manchester College is the Largest Further Education College in the United Kingdom and has the largest provisions for 16-19yrs olds, adults, and higher education in Greater Manchester. We are part of the LTE group that consist of MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We currently support more than 25% of Greater Manchester’s learning provision and are currently rated “Good” by Ofsted.

The Manchester Colleges offering is bolstered by 18 Centres of Excellence across our campuses, ensuring we give our best and strive to achieve an unrivalled learning experience for our students. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners nationally to ensure our students secure their place as the leaders of the future.

Proudly, The Manchester College is also 1 of only 57 organisations nationally recognised with the Princess Royal Training Award 2025, demonstrating our commitment to investing in our people and their development.

Benefits

• 35 days paid annual leave plus 5 paid bank holidays (pro-rated for weeks worked per year).
• 3 well-being days per year (pro-rata).
• Significant pension contribution.
• Retail discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Role Responsibilities

Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Minimum of a Level 2 support qualification in a specialist area or equivalent experience or willingness to obtain a Level 2 support qualification in a specialist area.
• Minimum of a Level 2 qualification in English and Maths.
• Experience of working with young people and adults with a SEND in an education environment.
• Experience and knowledge, empathy and understanding of the specific issues relating to the education of young people and adults with a SEND.
• Experienced and competent in the use of IT systems, such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of specific assistive technology or specialist software in supporting learners with a SEND.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both…