Business Coach, Workington, Cumbria (On-site, Part Time – 22.5 hours/week, flexible working)
Up to £42,000 pro rata + flexible benefits package, Permanent, Part-Time
As Business Coach, you’ll:
- Reporting to the Centre Director you will deliver high-quality, tailored business support and coaching to local SMEs, helping them innovate, grow, and overcome challenges
- Build strong relationships with business owners, local networks, and stakeholders
- Coordinate workshops, peer learning sessions, and business events to foster community and knowledge-sharing
- Support business development, account management, and strategic partnerships
- Track and report on impact, customer progress, and contribute to ongoing improvement
- Act as a trusted advisor, sharing your real-world experience to guide and inspire others
Are you a self-employed business coach or consultant looking for steady, part-time income alongside your own business? We’re partnering with a respected professional services organisation in Workington to find a proactive, relationship-driven Business Coach to support a thriving community of ambitious SMEs. This is a unique chance to use your coaching expertise, help local businesses grow, and enjoy the security of a permanent, salaried position, while keeping the flexibility to run your own business. This would also suit someone who is semi-retired, has ran successful businesses in the past and is keen to support others!
- Steady, permanent income (up to £42,000 pro rata) to complement your own business activities
- Part-time hours (22.5/week)—genuine flexibility to fit around your coaching/consulting work
- Opportunity to make a real difference in the local business community, while broadening your network and skills
- Be part of a supportive, professional team with access to resources, wellbeing support, and ongoing development
- Experience supporting SMEs as a business coach, consultant, or advisor
- Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
- Understanding of economic development and the needs of growing businesses
- Experience in account management, partnerships, or community development
- Proactive, collaborative mindset and a genuine passion for helping businesses succeed
- Excellent communication skills and ability to coordinate events/activities
Foxgroves Recruitment acts as an employment agency for vacancies on behalf of clients, following fair and inclusive recruitment practices in line with the Equality Act 2010. All applications are considered on merit without discrimination, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion/belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Recruitment decisions are based solely on skills, qualifications, and ability to perform the role. All appointments are subject to pre-employment screening, including right to work checks, reference checks, and qualification verification. Reasonable adjustments are provided for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
