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Employability Coach

Eastern Education Group Trust, Bury St. Edmunds

£24,570 - £25,401 per annum (Dependent on qualifications and experience)

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About the job

  • West Suffolk College - Bury St Edmunds
  • 37 hours per week, 40 weeks per year - Permanent
  • Salary: £24,570 - £25,401 per annum (Dependent on qualifications and experience)
  • Actual Salary: £21,226 - £21,944 per annum

We are looking for an Employability Coach to support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in developing the skills and confidence needed for successful workplace experiences. This role involves working closely with students and course teams to provide tailored employability support, facilitate vocational profiling and job matching, and build strong relationships with employers. You will also contribute to student inductions and ensure effective communication across teams to maintain a consistent support framework.

The ideal candidate will be proactive and compassionate, with strong communication and organisational skills. You will have the ability to lead and motivate students, deliver small group sessions, and develop individualised support plans. Experience in building and maintaining external partnerships will be key to supporting positive outcomes for students as they prepare for employment.

About Eastern Education Group Trust

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Out Risbygate, Bury St. Edmunds, IP33 3RL

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