Youth Employment Coach in Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Would you like to help young people take their first big step into work? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a project that supports 1624-year-olds, giving them the skills, confidence, and guidance they need to move into employment.

The programme combines classroom learning, covering maths, English, and employability, with hands-on support. It has a strong track record, with around 70% of participants going on to secure paid jobs.

As a Youth Employment Advisor, you will work closely with a small group of young people with an EHCP, helping them prepare for and succeed in the workplace. Day to day, that will involve:

• Approaching local employers to arrange supported work experience placements
• Helping employers put the right adjustments in place, and giving advice on how to best support a young person with a neurodiverse profile
• Supporting the young person with their role, tasks, and day-to-day workplace skills
• Providing travel training so they can confidently get to and from work
• Keeping families regularly updated and involved

This is a rewarding role where you will see the direct impact of your work.

About You:

You will bring an understanding of the challenges faced by neurodiverse young people and the confidence to build relationships with employers.

Experience in roles such as Employment Advisor, Job Coach, Careers Advisor, Recruitment Consultant, Youth Support Worker or Employer Engagement Consultant would be useful, but above all, what matters is your ability to engage, encourage, and support young people into work.

How to Apply:

Please apply via this advert. All applications will be reviewed. If you have not heard back within 72 hours, you can also get in touch via the Send Us a Message form on the Red 5 People website and a member of the team will respond.

For an informal chat about the role, call the office and ask for Lawrence (contact details are on the Red 5 People website).