The Development Coach is responsible for the delivery, coordination and continuous development of Groundwork's wellbeing, employability and community support programmes. Working with individuals who may experience complex barriers to employment, training, volunteering and social inclusion, the role combines group-based programme delivery with personalised one-to-one support to help participants improve their wellbeing, build confidence, develop resilience and progress towards positive outcomes. The postholder will establish effective partnerships across health, voluntary, community and employment support services, ensuring participants can access the right support at the right time while meeting programme targets, outcomes and funder requirements.
Job Purpose
Every day, people across Wigan face challenges that can feel overwhelming. Poor mental health, social isolation, low confidence, unemployment, and complex personal circumstances can prevent individuals from reaching their full potential.
As a Development Coach, you'll be at the heart of the solution.
This is more than a job. It's an opportunity to inspire change, build confidence, improve wellbeing, and help people take meaningful steps towards brighter futures. Working across our wellbeing and community support programmes, you'll support adults to overcome barriers, discover their strengths, and move towards volunteering, education, training, and employment.
Why This Role Matters
You'll work with people who need someone to believe in them. Someone who can listen without judgement. Someone who can help them recognise their potential and take the next step forward.
Through group facilitation, one-to-one coaching, community engagement, and partnership working, you'll help individuals develop resilience, improve their wellbeing, build social connections and achieve sustainable outcomes that can transform their lives.
We're Looking For...
An enthusiastic, compassionate and organised professional who is passionate about supporting people to achieve positive change.
You'll be confident leading groups, building trusted relationships, and motivating individuals facing complex barriers. Whether your background is in employability, wellbeing, community development, youth and community work, mental health support or coaching, if you're driven by helping people succeed, we'd love to hear from you.
You will be contacted shortly after the closing date with an update on the status of your application.
Interviews will take place in-person in Wigan on week commencing 30th November.
Language English
Job type Operations & Service Delivery
Work location Wigan
Region Groundwork Cheshire, Lancashire & Merseyside
Development Coach in Wigan employer: Groundwork
Groundwork NE & Cumbria is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees while making a meaningful impact in the community. With a supportive work culture that values empathy and collaboration, you will have the opportunity to empower young individuals aged 18-24, helping them overcome barriers and achieve their career aspirations. Located in a vibrant area, the company offers unique advantages such as flexible working arrangements and access to professional development resources, ensuring that you thrive both personally and professionally.
