Progression Coach

Pay: £13.50 per hour + Holiday Pay

Hours: Shift Work

Contract: Temp to Perm

Location: Redditch Area




We're looking for a motivated and supportive Young Person's Progression Coach to join a service in the Redditch area, supporting young people to develop the skills, confidence and independence they need to progress towards a more positive future.




This is a hands-on role where you will manage a caseload of young people with varying needs, providing consistent one-to-one support, encouragement and practical guidance. You will help young people overcome barriers, access opportunities and take positive steps towards independent living.

Shift Patterns

Weekdays:

• 8am - 4pm (Early)
• 1pm - 8pm (Late)

Weekends:

• 8am - 8pm
• Full-time staff are required to work one weekend shift every other weekend.

What You'll Do

You'll work closely with young people to:

• Act as a key worker, managing a caseload and providing consistent one-to-one support and guidance.
• Build positive, trusting relationships and encourage young people to achieve their personal goals.
• Support young people with varying and sometimes complex needs, including individuals presenting with higher-risk behaviours or challenging circumstances.
• Create, review and update personalised support plans focused on progression, development and independence.
• Help young people develop essential life skills, confidence and the skills needed for independent living.
• Support young people with education, employment, training and other pathways into independence.
• Accompany young people to appointments and external meetings, providing practical support and encouragement.
• Plan and deliver workshops, group sessions and activities to develop life skills, encourage engagement and promote positive outcomes.
• Help young people manage day-to-day challenges and overcome barriers to progression.
• Proactively engage with young people who may be difficult to reach or reluctant to access support.
• Identify, monitor and respond appropriately to safeguarding, welfare and risk concerns.
• Work alongside colleagues and partner agencies to ensure young people receive the right support.

About You

You'll bring:

• Previous key worker experience, ideally supporting young people.
• Experience managing a caseload of vulnerable individuals, including those with complex needs or higher-risk presentations.
• Experience working with young people in a support, housing, youth work or social care setting.
• Confidence delivering one-to-one support, facilitating workshops and encouraging participation in group activities.
• A calm, patient and empathetic approach, with the ability to manage challenging situations.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to motivate and encourage young people to make positive changes.
• An understanding of safeguarding and the challenges faced by vulnerable young people.
• Flexibility to work a 7-day rolling rota, including alternate weekend shifts for full-time staff.
• Availability to work without night shifts.

Why Apply?

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who wants to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people. You'll have the chance to build meaningful relationships, support individuals with complex needs and help them develop the confidence, skills and independence to move forward.




If you have key worker experience and a passion for supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes, we'd love to hear from you!

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