The Role:
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Enterprise and Employability Facilitator to support young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in developing employability skills and progressing into meaningful work.
You will play a vital role in coaching and supporting students through employability sessions, work placements and social enterprise activities, helping them to build confidence, independence and real-world work skills. Working closely with families, employers and external agencies, you will help remove barriers to employment and create inclusive, supportive employment opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support and coach young people with SEND to develop employability, work and interpersonal skills
- Facilitate employability skills sessions within students’ timetabled programmes
- Establish, manage and support work placements and social enterprise opportunities, both on campus and in the local community
- Build and maintain strong relationships with employers, families, external agencies and college colleagues
- Track, monitor and record student progress, maintaining accurate and high‑quality records
- Carry out risk assessments and promote safe working practices in placements and enterprise activities
- Support employer engagement activities including site visits, speakers, live briefs and work experience opportunities
- Monitor student attendance and progress on placement, liaising regularly with employers
- Maintain and update employer databases and promote a positive image of the College
Who You Are:
- Experience of working with young people with SEND in an education, training or employment setting
- A strong understanding of good practice in supporting individuals with SEND in the workplace
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
- Ability to assess, track and monitor progress and maintain accurate records
- Confidence in supporting employers to make workplaces and tasks accessible
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Enterprise and Employability Facilitator 0.53 FTE employer: New City College
New City College is an outstanding employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment for IT professionals. With a strong focus on employee development, including five CPD days per year and access to industry-standard facilities, staff are encouraged to grow their skills and advance their careers. The college's commitment to inclusivity, coupled with excellent benefits such as interest-free travel loans and health cash plans, makes it an attractive place to work in the heart of east London.
