Moulton College are looking to appoint a Senior Job Coach within their Learning Support team, to support our learners on supported internships.
Are you passionate about empowering young people with learning difficulties to achieve meaningful employment and independence? Do you thrive on building strong partnerships and leading teams to success? If so, Moulton College has an exciting opportunity for you!
We’re looking for a dynamic and compassionate Senior Job Coach to join our Learning Support team. In this pivotal role, you’ll lead and support a team of Job Coaches, work closely with employers and local authorities, and help shape the future of our Supported Internship Programme. Your work will directly impact the lives of young people, helping them transition into sustainable employment and fulfilling futures.
This role is working 37 hours per week over 40 working weeks per year.
Interviews for this role will be taking place on 28 July 2025.
The main duties of this position are:
- Lead and support a team of Job Coaches to deliver high-quality outcomes for learners on Supported Internship programmes.
- Develop and manage tailored employment pathways, including setting up and monitoring work placements and volunteering opportunities.
- Build strong partnerships with employers, local authorities, and external agencies to create meaningful job opportunities.
- Provide direct support to learners, including vocational profiling, travel training, and guidance through employment transitions.
- Oversee compliance with Access to Work processes, maintain accurate records, and ensure safeguarding and health & safety standards are met.
For the full requirements of the role, please see the Job Description and Person Specification.
The successful candidate for this position will have:
- Full Driving License.
- Minimum of Grade C in GCSE Maths & English Language (or equivalent).
- Knowledge of supported employment.
- Experience of working with young people with moderate to severe learning disabilities.
For the full requirements of the role, please see the Job Description and Person Specification.
There are too many benefits to working at Moulton College to include them all. Aside from the location (Moulton is located in the heart of the Northamptonshire countryside covering over 450 hectares, with a further 170 hectares rented as grazing for our livestock), Moulton College boasts a dedicated, skilled and experienced staff team and an aspirational student body. As a valued employee at Moulton College you will have access to:
- 33 days’ annual leave, including 8 bank holidays **
- Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (a defined benefit pension scheme with an employer contribution of 20%)
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Benefits *
- High Street Discounts scheme with access to discounts at a host of retailers
- Opportunity for annual volunteering day *
- Commitment to Continuing Professional Development of Moulton College employees
- Access to 24/7 Support Line for employees and close family household members
- A focused and committed Wellbeing group at the forefront of positive initiatives
- Healthcare cash plan *
- Discounted on-site Gym membership available
- Discounted nursery fees
- Free onsite parking
- Cycle to Work Scheme *
- Eye care vouchers*
- Online payslips
(* Subject to conditions / ** Pro rata for part time)
We help new employees settle in through central College induction events and local induction activities. We also provide a range of essential information through our online learning packages. These cover various topics including EDI, Safeguarding, Health & Safety at Work, to name a few.
Applications may be reviewed and shortlisted upon receipt. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
The College is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.
Please note that, in line with current legislation, an online search will be undertaken as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates to prevent (or minimise the risk of) individuals being employed to work with young people who may be unsuitable to do so. Any specific concerns regarding any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, may then be discussed during the interview stage with the candidate.
All successful applicants will be required to undergo a range of checks in line with Keeping Children Safe In Education, including an enhanced background check conducted by the Disclosure & Barring Service prior to employment commencing.
To apply for this role, please download the college application form, complete and return via email to jobs@moulton.ac.uk; these are located on the College website at https://www.moulton.ac.uk/work...; Alternatively email jobs@moulton.ac.uk to request an application pack.
CV’s will not be considered.
