About Us
- Be part of a brand‑new programme making a real difference in West Sussex
- Work within a supportive, forward‑thinking team at Woodlands Meed and WSCC Adult Learning Service
- Access ongoing training in Supported Employment, job coaching and SEND practice
- Help young people achieve life‑changing outcomes and move into meaningful paid work
Job Details
Woodlands Meed & WSCC Adult Learning Service
Woodlands Meed, in partnership with West Sussex County Council Adult Learning Service, is launching an exciting new Supported Internship Programme in September 2026. This innovative pathway will support young people with disabilities to gain real work experience, develop employability skills and move confidently into paid employment.
We are now looking for enthusiastic, committed and person‑centred Job Coaches to join our team and help shape this brand‑new offer for West Sussex.
As a Job Coach, you will play a vital role in supporting interns both in the workplace and in the classroom. You’ll help young people learn job tasks, build confidence, develop independence and thrive in real employment settings. You’ll also work closely with employers, tutors and families to create a supportive, inclusive environment where every intern can succeed.
- Providing on‑the‑job coaching to help interns learn tasks safely, accurately and independently
- Supporting interns in classroom sessions, reinforcing employability and life‑skills learning
- Building strong relationships with local employers and helping them create inclusive workplaces
- Identifying and negotiating reasonable adjustments to remove barriers
- Supporting interns with travel training, communication and workplace behaviours
- Monitoring progress, keeping accurate records and contributing to review meetings
- Helping interns prepare for paid work through CV support, interview practice and job‑search activities
- Promoting the values of dignity, choice, independence and inclusion in everything you do
Location: West Sussex
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Term‑time only
Closing Date: 01.06.2026
Interview Date: WC 08.06.2026
What You Need to Succeed
- Passionate about supporting young people with disabilities
- A natural communicator who builds trust quickly
- Patient, adaptable and creative in their approach
- Confident working with employers and external partners
- Organised, reliable and able to manage a varied workload
- Committed to safeguarding and professional boundaries
- Motivated by seeing others succeed
Further Information
Woodlands Meed School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.
How to Apply
To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below. Complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description). Once complete please return this to [email protected].
Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on 01444 244133.
NOTE TO CANDIDATES - Please do not select the ‘Apply online’ button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.
The reference number for this role is SCHO02656.
Job Reference: SCHO02656
