Work Experience Coordinator Permanent NEW

 
Help young people with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) gain the skills, confidence and experience to move into work through the Heathrow Supported Internship programme.
 
The role:
 

• Deliver short, practical classroom sessions (approx. 7.5 hrs/week) on employability skills – CVs, interviews, workplace behaviours.
• Accompany learners into their workplace placements (approx. 25 hrs/week), helping them understand instructions, settle in, and build confidence — with the aim of reducing support as independence grows.
• Work with learners to meet their EHCP outcomes, ensuring the right support is in place.
• Liaise with employers to help them get the best from interns.
• Engage with families and carers to keep everyone informed and involved.

 
What we’re looking for:

• Background in job coaching, employability, education, or progression support.
• Strong communication skills to encourage and guide learners.
• No teaching qualification required – training provided.
• Experience supporting young people in education or work settings helpful but not essential.

You might have worked as an Employment Advisor, Careers Advisor, Employer Engagement Consultant, Recruitment Consultant, Progression Coach, IAG Worker or Youth Worker.  You might have also had an educaitonal background such as a Tutor or Assessor.
 
Why join?
 
Based at Heathrow’s Academy in Terminal 5 (excellent transport links), you’ll be part of a supportive team helping young people transition successfully into employment.

Please apply via this advert – we aim to respond to everyone. If you haven’t heard back within 72 hours, please complete the “Send Us A Message” form on the Contact Us page of the Red 5 People website, and we guarantee a real person will respond. For more details about the role, please call the office and ask for Lawrence (number on the Red 5 People website).