Job Coach - Supported Internships (Reduced Year) in Harrogate

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Job Coach - Supported Internships (Reduced Year)

Job Reference LUM12754/2799

Number of Positions Requested:

1

Contract Type:

LEG - Permanent - Reduced Year

37 weeks

Commencing at £26,195 with progression to £26,855 per annum pro rata

Working Hours:

37 hours

City/Town:

Harrogate

Closing Date:

09/08/2026

Job Category:

Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

Group Member:

Harrogate College

Campus:

Harrogate College

The group offers a range of excellent benefits, including:

• Annual leave: Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidays Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays
• Pension schemes with generous employer contributions: Teachers’ Pension Scheme Local Government Pension Scheme People’s Pension Scheme
• CPD opportunities: Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days. Qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.
• Employee wellbeing initiatives: Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).
• Travel and commuting: Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities:

About the Role

Harrogate College are recruiting for a Job Coach for Supported Internships to join our team.

The Job Coach will be responsible supporting learners with SEND in Harrogate College's Supported Internship programme.

You will develop the confidence and work-related skills of students wishing to make their next move out of college and into paid employment.

You will play a crucial role in ensuring high-quality service delivery, building strong relationships with employers and external agencies, and ultimately, empowering students to achieve their career goals.

Please note, this is a reduced year 37 week contract. The pro rata'd salary is £22,677 with progression to £23,248.

What You Will Do

• Undertake trainingprior to the beginning of the Internship.
• Provide on-going support in the workplace as required.
• Liaise with internal and external agencies/services/employers to provide useful support and opportunities for the student.
• Support students in and out of class to attend interviews for permanent jobs.
• Represent Supported Internships at events.
• Work closely with the central SEND team and contribute to EHCP reviews meetings and ensure progress reviews and checkpoints are completed.

About You

• English and Mathematics at Level 2 or above and a willingness to improve in one or both disciplines to level 3 or above.
• Experience of working with learners with SEND.
• Good knowledge of Equality legislation and the rights of disabled individuals within the workplace.
• Relevant up to date subject knowledge.
• Relevant experience, knowledge and understanding of working in the Sector.

About Us

Harrogate College has excellent facilities and provides a professional and friendly environment. We pride ourselves on working closely with employers, the local community and other stakeholders to provide curriculum and support that meets the needs of our students. We are working towards becoming a recognised centre of green excellence which is supported through our sustainability pledge to become a net zero college by 2035.

We have recently been awarded £16m of government funding to transform our campus. The energy-efficient new building will include a workshop unit that provides large scale facilities aligned to industry needs including advanced manufacturing, low carbon construction, retrofit, sustainable energy and bioeconomy, health science and hospitality. This will complement the college’s existing tech centre which is home to its motor vehicle, electrical, joinery and welding workshops.

Choosing to work for Harrogate College means that you will be part of a nurturing, inclusive and progressive learning environment. We hope that we will be part of the next step in your career and look forward to welcoming you to Harrogate College.

At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Group’s values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect, and equity.

Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias, and promote a diverse talent pool.