Location: Chicksands Military Base, Bedford College Group
Salary: £24,522 - £26,754 per annum (DOE, qualifications). 27 days annual leave (Pro-Rata) plus bank holidays, Peoples Pension, retail and leisure discounts, professional and personal development opportunities, access to college courses.
Hours/Weeks: 37 hours per week | 52 weeks per year.
Contract Type: Fixed‑Term (01/09/2026 – 28/02/2027; maternity cover).
Eligibility: This is a UK based contract; you must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not offered.
About the role
We are seeking a Supported Internship Job Coach to join our Adult & Community Learning & ESOL department at The Bedford College Group.
Responsibilities
- Supports learners to overcome barriers to learning, particularly in assessments and assignments, enabling achievement across all levels and progression into employment or further opportunities.
- Works with employers to source and develop work placements, volunteering and job opportunities, including job carving, ensuring health & safety compliance and ongoing placement support.
- Develops and maintains individual learning and transition plans, conducts vocational profiling, monitors progress and reviews goals linked to employment, education and independence.
- Supports applications, placements and travel training, identifies skills gaps and liaises with tutors to embed employability and independence skills within learning.
- Works closely with staff, employers and external partners, maintains accurate records, supports team functions and upholds safeguarding, EDI, health & safety and CPD responsibilities.
Qualifications and attributes
- Good general education with strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively support learners and stakeholders.
- Solid understanding of SEND, experience supporting young people in educational, work placement or care settings, and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
- Strong organisational, interpersonal and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to manage tasks efficiently and support learner development.
- Adaptable, patient and proactive team player, able to use initiative, respond to learner needs and motivate others while promoting equal opportunities.
- Flexible working approach with own transport, willingness to follow direction and commitment to safeguarding, including enhanced DBS clearance.
Values alignment
- Valuing Teamwork – Working together to achieve great things, respecting opinions and valuing contributions.
- Improving Continuously – Challenging ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
- Student Centred – Focusing on what is best for our students, considering them in all decisions to create positive outcomes.
- Inclusive – Celebrating differences and diversity, learning from each other.
- Open and Caring – Caring about the wellbeing of staff, students, community and society, building an environment of trust.
- Nurturing Education Excellence – Promoting educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge students to achieve their ambitions.
Benefits and conditions
- 37 hours per week (1.0 FTE).
- 27 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays.
- People's Pension.
- Retail and leisure discounts.
Legal and safeguarding
The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Candidates barred from working with children are reminded that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Contact Details:
Central Bedfordshire College Recruitment Team
