Employment Coach - Groundwork

The Employment Coach service is designed to support young people who are unemployed, economically inactive or at risk of becoming NEET to develop the confidence, skills and resilience needed to progress into employment, education or training. The role provides a holistic, person-centred approach that combines engaging group learning with tailored one-to-one support, helping participants identify their strengths, overcome barriers and build realistic pathways towards sustainable outcomes. Drawing on practical employability training, personal development activities and workplace preparation, the service equips young people with the skills, behaviours and confidence needed to succeed in the labour market.Working closely with employers, Job Brokers, education providers and local support services, the Employment Coach helps create a seamless progression journey for each participant. Through group workshops, coaching, sector taster preparation, career planning, wellbeing support and referrals to specialist services, the programme supports young people to address challenges such as low confidence, limited work experience, caring responsibilities, wellbeing concerns and skills gaps. By connecting participants with opportunities, support networks and employer engagement activities, the service enables young people to increase their employability, strengthen their independence and achieve positive long-term progression into work, learning and training.

Job Purpose

At Groundwork Cheshire, Lancashire & Merseyside, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive. We're looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Employment Coach to support young people facing barriers to employment, education and training, helping them build the confidence, skills and resilience needed to achieve lasting success

This isn't just another employment support role.

It's an opportunity to become a mentor, motivator and advocate for young people who need someone to believe in them and help them realise what's possible. Every conversation, workshop and success story will have a direct impact on someone's future.

We're Looking for Someone Who
• Believes in the potential of young people
• Can motivate and inspire others to achieve their goals
• Builds positive relationships and communicates with confidence
• Is passionate about supporting people facing challenges
• Wants a career with purpose, impact and real community value

The Difference You'll Make
Every young person who secures a job, returns to education, gains confidence or discovers a new career path will do so because of the support, encouragement and opportunities you helped provide.

Your work won't just change outcomes. It will change lives.

Empower young people. Strengthen communities. Build brighter futures. Apply today.

For full details of the job description and person specification, please download the Recruitment Pack below.

Vacancy Files

Employment Coach - Recruitment Pack

Interview Details

You will be contacted shortly after the closing date with an update on the status of your application.

Interviews will take place in-person on 30th October.

Language	English
Job type	Youth work
Work location	Wigan / St. Helens
Region	Groundwork Cheshire, Lancashire & Merseyside
Working hours	36.25
Role type	Full time
Contract type	Fixed Term (Paid) - Fixed term until March 2028
Salary	£26,228 - £30,933
Application closing date	23rd October 2026