Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of C&K Careers
Progression Coach
33.5 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
Full-time 37 hours per week - Monday to Friday. Part-time and flexible working arrangements considered.
We are looking for motivated and compassionate Progression Coaches to support young people and adults to access education, employment and training opportunities. You will work with individuals who may be disengaged or at risk of disengaging, providing impartial advice, guidance and practical support to help them build confidence, overcome barriers and progress towards positive outcomes.
Through one-to-one support, group sessions and partnership working with employers and specialist services, you will help clients raise aspirations and reach their full potential. Delivery is across both Calderdale and Kirklees with flexibility for home/hybrid working.
You will be able to inspire, motivate and support young people and adults to make effective decisions that lead to successful transitions and establish productive relationships with schools/colleges, providers, employers and local partners to facilitate this. You will be able to use a range of innovative techniques to engage vulnerable young people/adults across Calderdale and Kirklees, including digital methods of engagement.
C+K is a great place to work for anyone seeking employment in a people centred organisation where staff are valued and highly regarded. We offer excellent terms, conditions and benefits to our employees and opportunities for career development and progression.
We welcome your application if you can demonstrate the following:
- Strong communicator and effective networker
- Drive, commitment, and resilience
- Well organised and highly motivated
- Knowledge of the barriers impacting young people/adults and the agencies which specialise in helping them.
- IT-literate and competent in the use of digital delivery platforms and database recording systems.
Dependant on skills, experience and qualifications, successful applicants may be required to participate in further training to support professional development.
Please note, we reserve the right to close our vacancies early if sufficient applications are received
The closing date for applications is 12pm 4th September 2026
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect our staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to rigorous safer recruitment checks, including enhanced DBS clearance and reference verification.
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