Supported Employment Officer

Supported Employment Officer

Full-Time 23940 - 23940 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Salford City College Group

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support students with SEND in securing work experience placements and developing employability skills.
  • Company: Eccles Sixth Form College is dedicated to helping young people achieve their potential.
  • Benefits: Enjoy 40 days annual leave, a 2:30pm finish on Fridays, and free on-site parking.
  • Other info: This is a fixed-term position until 31/07/2027, based at Eccles College.
  • Why this job: Join a community-focused college that values education and invests in staff development.
  • Qualifications: Experience working with young people and knowledge of SEND are essential for this role.

The predicted salary is between 23940 - 23940 £ per year.

Salary: £23,940 (Pro rata salary £21,219.22) Fixed term until 31/07/2027 Term time only | Hours per Week: 30 | Location: This role will be based at Eccles College and involve travel to various workplace locations.

About the Role

Are you passionate about helping young people achieve their potential and overcome barriers to employment? We are looking for a dedicated Supported Employment Officer to support students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) at Eccles Sixth Form College. Based at the college, you will work with students, employers, and staff to secure meaningful work experience placements across Salford and the surrounding area. Through building strong employer partnerships and providing tailored support, you will help students develop valuable employability skills, gain confidence, and prepare for supported internships, further education or future employment.

Reason to Join Us:

  • Generous Terms and Conditions including 40 days annual leave entitlement (including bank holidays)
  • 2:30pm finish on Fridays
  • Free on-site parking
  • Various health and wellbeing resources and benefit schemes including three Staff Wellbeing days per year
  • Automatic enrolment to the Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Family friendly policies and flexible working options
  • Range of training & career opportunities for all staff
  • Amazing Staff Benefits Package with discounts and savings for supermarkets, petrol, high-street retailers, holidays, cinemas and other leisure

Our shared purpose: We believe in the value of education for a successful future and we want the best for our learners and our staff. Our core values are at the heart of everything we do. Staff and students behave with respect, integrity and kindness. 93% of staff are proud to work at the College.

Commitment to Safeguarding: This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as part of our safeguarding commitment we undertake DBS checks as part of our pre-employment procedures on all potential new employees. The College is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with military experience whose unique skills and perspectives are highly valued.

Recruitment Agencies: We are not utilising the service of recruitment agencies for this vacancy and will accept direct applications only.

Supported Employment Officer employer: Salford City College Group

Eccles Sixth Form College offers generous terms including 40 days annual leave and a supportive community. Located in Salford, the college prioritises staff wellbeing with various health resources and flexible working options. Join a team where 93% of staff are proud to work and contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment.

Salford City College Group

Contact Details:

Salford City College Group Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Supported Employment Officer

Empathy
Communication Skills
Partnership Building
Knowledge of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
Employability Skills Development
Confidence Building
Work Experience Placement Coordination