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Due to an expansion of our Careers team, we an exciting opportunity to join the team at InspireU as Job Coaches, supporting learners across our sites in Lincolnshire. We have one full time position

Due to recent changes in immigration law in the UK we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the requirements.

About the Role

At InspireU, we support young people aged 16–24 with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) to develop the skills, confidence and independence they need to move into employment and adulthood.

As a Job Coach, you will play a vital role in supporting learners to access and succeed within their work experience placements including on our Supported Internship programme. Working closely with the Deputy Career Leaders and wider team, you will provide tailored, person-centred support to help each individual achieve their full potential.

This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You will work both on-site and out in the community, supporting learners in real workplace environments such as retail, engineering, cleaning and other sectors.

About You

We are looking for individuals who are:

Passionate about supporting young people with SEND

Flexible, adaptable and confident working in a variety of environments

Strong communicators with the ability to build trust and rapport

Organised, with the ability to manage their own workload and diary

Creative problem-solvers who can support learners to overcome barriers in the workplace

Committed to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion

A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential.

InspireU operates across seven sites in Lincolnshire; flexibility to support at different locations may be required

You will be expected to work flexibly, including occasional unsociable hours depending on placement needs

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities will be provided

If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact; via email sarah.bell@lincolnshire.gov.uk

PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.

Please refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. Please also note: once an application is submitted it is final and cannot be amended. If you withdraw your application, it cannot be reinstated and you will not be able to submit another application for that vacancy. If you have an issue with your submitted application, please contact recruitment@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

A Smarter Working Employer

We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.

Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Our values – collaborative, adaptable, eco-conscious, supportive, and responsible – guide everything we do. We’re looking for candidates who share these values and bring them to life in their work, helping us build strong teams and make a real difference in the communities we serve.

Salary range

£27,254 - £30,024 per year