Cambridge Regional College have an exciting opportunity for an Access to Work Coach to join our Supported Learning team at our Huntingdon Campus. You will join us on a part time (22.5 hours), term time basis and in return you will receive a competitive salary of between £14,812 - £15,808 per annum, equivalent to a full time, full year salary of £28,032 - £29,917 per annum, plus staff benefits.
Cambridge Regional College is a large and inspirational centre of learning with Campuses in Cambridge and Huntingdon. We have outstanding teaching and leisure facilities and a reputation for excellence in a number of fields. Our campus facilities are among the best in the country, and you’ll find a modern teaching environment with lots of energy and interaction. CRC is a college to be proud of and to be in.
In addition, we value our staff as we understand they make the difference in transforming lives, our investment in our staff has been formally recognised in being accredited with Investors in People Gold status.
Just some of the rewards you can benefit from joining our staff, include:
- Generous holiday leave entitlement plus bank holidays
- Discounted rates on Apple products
- Free gym membership option and discounted classes
- Discounted rates on college courses
- BUPA Health Expenses cash plan and Occupational Health services
- Exclusive discounts for high street and online stores with Rewards@CRC
- On site restaurants, retail and coffee outlets (Costa Coffee at Cambridge Campus and Starbucks at Huntingdon Campus)
- Free independent telephone counselling service with our Employee Assistant Programme
- Staff Development opportunities.
About the role:
Cambridge Regional College (CRC) is seeking a committed and passionate Job Coach to join our Supported Learning team at our Huntingdon Campus.
This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) to develop essential workplace skills and successfully transition into employment.
As a Job Coach, you will work directly with learners on Employability Pathways, providing practical, personalised support in real and simulated workplace settings. You will help them build confidence, independence, and the skills they need to thrive in employment.
Key responsibilities include supporting learners with SEND to perform job roles accurately, safely, and independently, delivery of job coaching and systematic instruction tailored to individual needs, contribute to vocational profiling, matching learner strengths to job roles, Coordinate and support travel training to promote independence, maintain accurate records and always ensure confidentiality as well as working collaboratively with employers, tutors, and colleagues across the college.
What we are looking for in our role:
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience working with young people or adults with SEND or learning disabilities
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Has experience in education, training, or workplace coaching/support
- Demonstrates excellent communication and relationship-building skills
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Has a positive, proactive and empathetic approach to supporting learners
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Can work independently and as part of a team
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Holds GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
Desirable:
- Experience of employer engagement or supported internships
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Knowledge of systematic instruction and vocational profiling
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Relevant Level 2/3 qualification in Learning Support
Safeguarding statement
Cambridge Regional College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, we expect all workers and employees to share this commitment.
All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced criminal records with Barred List check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
The College reserves the right to fill this vacancy ahead of the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.
