Getting someone into a job is only half the battle, keeping them there and watching them thrive is where real transformation happens. If you are passionate about removing workplace barriers, building confidence, and empowering participants on our job placement programme to build long-term, sustainable careers, this In-Work Progression Coach role offers you the platform to make a lasting, life-changing impact every single day.
Our client is a leading Employability & Skills provider across West Yorkshire dedicated to helping individuals overcome personal challenges, secure meaningful employment through funded job placement programmes, and achieve long-term career progression. Built on a culture of social impact, collaboration, and continuous development, the organisation provides an exceptionally supportive environment where employee wellbeing and flexibility are genuinely prioritized.
What You'll Enjoy:
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Salary: £30,000 – £32,000 per annum
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Work-Life Balance: Flexible working policy with customizable hours and location options to suit your needs, plus generous holiday entitlement.
As an In-Work Progression Coach, you will provide person-centred coaching and practical guidance to individuals who have entered employment via our job placement programme. Your core focus is to ensure job retention, overcome early employment hurdles, and support participants toward long-term career progression across Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield, Kirklees, and Calderdale.
Key Responsibilities:
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Deliver continuous 1-to-1 in-work coaching and Information, Advice & Guidance (IAG) to help job placement programme participants adapt to their new workplace.
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Identify early personal, practical, or workplace barriers and put targeted interventions in place to maintain job retention and sustained employment.
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Work with participants to develop essential workplace skills, professional behaviours, and personal confidence.
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Collaborate with employer partners and local stakeholders across the job placement programme to resolve workplace challenges and secure positive outcomes.
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Conduct regular progress reviews and maintain accurate, compliant records of participant milestones and program outcomes.
We are seeking a compassionate, proactive, and resilient individual who understands the practical and emotional challenges of starting or sustaining a new job following a placement.
Experience & Skills Required:
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Proven background as an In-Work Support Officer, Employment Coach, Progress Coach, or Employability Adviser.
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Demonstrated track record of helping individuals sustain employment or navigate workplace challenges within a job placement programme.
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Strong understanding of barriers to employment within welfare-to-work, employability, or UK Government-funded programmes.
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Outstanding communication, mentoring, and relationship-building skills with participants and employers.
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Excellent caseload management, organization, and multitasking abilities.
Ready to help job placement programme participants thrive beyond day one and build sustainable careers across West Yorkshire?
Apply today with your updated CV to S Knights Recruitment, or reach out directly to our team to discuss this opportunity in confidence Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed
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