Employability Job Coac Job Details Job Title: Employability Job Coach Department: VFL Campus: Alton Salary: Grade 3 Spine Point 13 - £25,625.74 (Actual Salary £12,812.87) Contract Type: Fixed-term Contract until July 2026, 18.5 hours per week About the Role Our VFL team based at Alton is looking for an Employability Coach to develop and deliver the employability-based weekly learning sessions for students across the Vocational and Foundational Learning Courses. To support students in developing job-related skills to help secure and sustain employment. You will engage collaboratively with all Teachers/Lecturers in the department, fostering a culture of high expectations, high standards and mutual respect Responsibilities You will be responsible for:
- Support a cohort of students with/without additional needs to develop skills and strategies needed to find a job/work
- Complete vocational profiles with all VFL students
- Support students to identify and assess their own skills, strengths, weaknesses, to assist in job search and career development.
- When required provide 1 to 1 employability coaching, mentoring, advice and guidance to support each student
- To undertake relevant Continuous Professional Development, maintain effective learning and attend appropriate training as required
- Coach students on interview techniques and practicing mock interviews
Requirements You will need:
- Level 3 Certificate - British Association for Supported Employment (BASE)
- English and maths to GCSE grade C or equivalent
- Good knowledge of the current skills employers are looking for in a range of vocational careers
- Experience of working with learners with specific learning difficulties / disabilities
Benefits In return, you will receive:
- Invest in Your Growth: Access a wide range of training, in-house coaching, workshops, and funding for qualifications. Opportunities for funded research, with potential international travel.
- Generous Pension Plans: Benefit from either the Local Government Pension Scheme or Teachers' Pension Scheme.
- Ample Time Off: Enjoy a generous annual leave package to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
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For more information on the position itself, please connect with Luke Orrell at
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