Jobs in Lofthouse

Job Coach
Location: Craven College - Skipton
Salary: £24,479 per annum pro rata
Contract: Permanent 21 hours per week
Advertising End Date: We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy when we feel we have enough suitable candidates – apply today, don’t delay!
Benefits:
• Flexible working,
• NEST pension scheme,
• Healthcare Benefits: Free optical, dental, physiotherapy, podiatry treatments, osteopathy and reflexology.
• Lifestyle & Leisure discounts for gym, leisure, cinema, shopping and holidays,
• Employee Assistance Programme: Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support
• Length of Service Awards: Award scheme and recognition awards
About Right2work:
With over 25 years’ experience, Right2Work aim is to support people to move into employment or further learning/training. In a variety of settings, we provide our learners with tailor made guidance to realise their individual potential.
Right2Work is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Job Coach to join our Supported Internship team based at Craven College in Skipton. This is an exciting opportunity to support young adults with additional needs as they transition from education into the world of work.
We deliver a Supported Internship programme in partnership with Craven College, helping learners develop the skills, confidence, and experience needed for sustainable employment.
About the Role
The role will begin with a classroom-based focus for the first 6 weeks, supporting learners to develop employability skills and prepare for the workplace.
Following this, the role will transition into job coaching, where you will support a group of young adults in their work placements. This includes providing on-site support, building employer relationships, and helping interns succeed in real working environments.
Key Responsibilities include:
• Support interns in developing employability and independence skills
• Deliver and assist with classroom-based sessions during the initial programme phase
• Provide in-work support and job coaching in a variety of placement settings
• Liaise with employers to ensure positive and meaningful placement experiences
• Monitor progress and adapt support to meet individual needs
• Promote confidence, independence, and long-term employment outcomes
Key Skills & Attributes
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate individuals from diverse backgrounds
• High level of honesty and integrity, building trust with clients, employers, and colleagues
• Good understanding of SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) and the ability to adapt support accordingly
• Empathetic approach, with the ability to understand and respond to individual needs and challenges
• Proactive mindset, taking initiative to support interns in achieving their goals
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Organised and adaptable, with good problem-solving skills
About You
You will be passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and committed to helping them achieve their potential in the workplace. Experience in education, employability, or support work is desirable but not essential.
You must hold Full Driving license and use of a vehicle for work and will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check (Paid for by Right2work, T&Cs apply)
If you would like to be a part of a caring and supportive organisation that puts the learner at the centre of all we do, we would love to hear from you, click on ‘APPLY’ today forwarding a recent copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance.
No agencies please