Knowsley Community College
Supported Internship Job Coach
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Supported Internship Job Coach
St Helens, Merseyside, United Kingdom WA10 1PP | Per Hollow: £16,361.40 to £18,659.70 per year Full-time: Permanent | Part-time: 21.75 hours/3 days per week Posted: Today | Closing Date: 14/07/2026 Job Reference: AO1612559
At St Helens College and Knowsley Community College, we’re seeking a passionate Supported Internship Job Coach to help young adults with learning disabilities transition into the world of work.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the largest Further Education providers in the North West, where passionate individuals shape the future of their community.
About the Role
The Supported Internship Job Coach will:
- Plan and coordinate the supported internship provision across St Helens and Knowsley
- Provide bespoke training, support, and complementary skills to empower students with learning disabilities and enabling them to thrive in the workplace
- Ensure support aligns with the college’s mission, aims, and objectives
- Work closely with students, employers, and colleagues to enhance employability and workplace readiness
The role is ambitious, rewarding, and dedicated to fostering inclusivity, independence, and real career progression.
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Role Requirements
The successful candidate must meet the following criteria:
- Hold a Level 3 qualification in a specialist area (Preferred qualifications: Education, Training, Special Needs, or Social Work)
- Possess a coaching qualification (desirable)
- Have direct experience in Supported Learning or similar roles (e.g., working with disabled learners)
- Demonstrate ability to support young adults through mentoring, guidance, and empowerment
- Familiarity with working in a further education or supported employment environment
What We Offer
- Positive and nourishing working environment
- Flexible Monday to Friday schedule with 21.75 hours per week (3 days)
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Permanent contract for job security and long-term growth
- Halcyon pension scheme with generous contribution
- Death-in-service benefits
- Free on-site parking available
- 10% discount on all college catering (including dedicated Starbucks outlet)
- 15% off meals at Colours restaurant on Thursdays & Fridays evenings
- 15% off beauty treatments in our in-house salons
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Staff discount schemes
- Ongoing well-being events & access to an employee well-being portal
- Continuous Career Development and Professional Development (CPD) opportunities
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Additional Notes
- We proactively safeguard students and vulnerable adults; this position will require an enhanced DBS check.
- This role does not meet UK Visas & Immigration’s sponsorship criteria; sponsorship cannot be offered to non-UK workers.
- Please note: We do not accept speculative CVs or calls from recruitment agencies without the company being listed on our [TALOS recruitment portal](https://int ernal/action萬美元/links/ Talos).
- This vacancy will close upon receiving sufficient applications.
Application Process
- If inspired to join the team, please submit your application form via the Quick Apply button at your earliest convenience.
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- Misrepresentation or plagiarism (including AI-generated statements) may result in your application being withdrawn.
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