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

Position: Job Coach (Permanent)
Location: Swindon

Do you want to make a real difference helping young people with additional needs move from education into employment? We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Job Coach to join our Inclusive Learning team.

You’ll support learners on our Supported Internship and Inclusive Learning programmes, helping them gain meaningful work experience, develop confidence, and succeed in real job roles.

Please note that this role is 22.5 hours per week - Wed-Thurs 08:30-17:00 Friday 08:30-16:30

What you’ll do:

Support learners with additional needs in work placements and employment settings

Provide one-to-one coaching using Systematic Instruction to build workplace skills

Liaise with employers to create inclusive and supportive opportunities

Monitor learner progress, attendance, and wellbeing

Help learners achieve their personal goals and transition into paid work

Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all employment activities

Work collaboratively with staff, parents, and employers to ensure positive outcomes

What we’re looking for:

Level 2 English, Maths and ICT (or willingness to achieve within agreed timeframe)

Experience supporting people with additional needs or learning difficulties

Confident communicator able to build relationships with employers and learners

Organised, proactive, and empathetic approach to coaching and support

Full commitment to promoting inclusion and breaking down barriers to employment

Flexibility to work across College sites and in the community

Flexibility to work across College sites as required

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors of the community.

Please note that this vacancy may close before the published closing date if sufficient applications are received so if you are interested, please apply as soon as possible.

To apply , you MUST have Right to Work in the UK.

Safeguarding Statement

New College Swindon is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. References will be sought on shortlisted candidates before interview and by agreement