Trainee Job Coach
Location: St Neots, Cambridgeshire (with regular local travel)
Organisation: Switch Now
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time / Part-time
About Us
Switch Now is a specialist training and qualified alternative education provider supporting neurodiverse young adults and individuals with additional needs to build skills, confidence, and independence. We deliver personalised programmes and supported employment pathways to help people move into meaningful work.
About the Role
We are seeking a hard-working, motivated and reliable individual to join our expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin a career in supported employment, with full training and development provided. You will support our co-workers (learners) to develop employability skills, gain work experience, and progress towards paid employment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small group job coaching support
- Assist with CV and vocational profile writing, job searching, and interview preparation
- Support individuals during work placements and job trials
- Deliver travel training and in workplace support
- Build relationships with local employers to identify opportunities
- Promote independence, confidence, and workplace readiness
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to support plans
Essential Requirements
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential)
- Flexible working to meet requirements of the role
- A genuine passion for supporting individuals into employment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Patient, empathetic, and person-centred approach
- Willingness to learn and develop within the role
- Basic IT skills
Desirable (but not essential)
- Experience in education, care, youth work, or support roles
- Understanding of neurodiversity, autism, learning difficulties / disabilities or additional needs
- Knowledge of employability or supported employment programmesTraining & Development
- Full induction and ongoing on-the-job training
- Opportunity to progress and complete British Association for Supported Employment (BASE) Job Coach training
- Continuous professional development within supported employment
What We Offer
- Supportive and experienced team environment
- Meaningful, rewarding work making a real difference
- Clear progression pathway into a qualified Job Coach role
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Pay: £13,879.32-£24,784.50 per year
Work Location: In person
