Life Coach jobs in Dewsbury

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Maximus is a global organisation that specialises in providing health and employment services to millions of people every year. Here in the UK we employ around 5,000 people across the country to deliver services that have a profound impact on people’s lives. From assessments and health services to employability programmes and specialist support, we do work that matters with people who care.

Part Time - 4 days a week but will consider 3 days.

We are expanding our services and will have possible opportunities in Huddersfield and Batley. If you are interested in this role, please apply with your CV as an Expression of Interest.

About the role

As an Employment coach you will identify, and develop strategic relationships with regional/key employer partners and organisations and establish and grow a pipeline of sustainable employment opportunities within the region, for learners, with clear pathways for, further, in-work progression opportunities.

Focussing on growth employment sectors to identify new opportunities and ensure we understand and can adapt to changing market demands.

Working in a collaborative manner with both external partners and internal colleagues/stakeholders to support Adult Skills customers into sustainable employment opportunities.

This role will cover Huddersfield and Batley.

Accountability:

1. Identify, engage and account manage employer relationships for Maximus to become a recruitment partner and training provider of choice.

2. Provide Information Advice and Guidance to learners to support employment opportunities.

3. Undertake training needs analysis with employers to support upskilling of workforce and coordinate the training requirements identified.

4. Provide coaching and mentoring via delivery of workshops to develop employability skills in preparation for learners attending interview for employment opportunities.

5. Track and record progression outcomes to achieve targets.

6. Adhere to contract and Maximus compliance requirements.

7. Work with the Operations Manager and Referral Co-ordinators to engage and support the regional partner organisations, in the development of programmes to meet the priority sectors of delivery.

Who we are looking for:

· Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at C or above including English Language and Maths.

· Coaching / Assessing / Teaching qualification minimum level 3.

· Previous experience in skills, employability or a related Service industry.

· Experience of forging strong relationships with Internal & External Stakeholders.

· A track record of engaging and supporting employers face-to-face and remotely.

· Proven experience in an engagement role.

· Including ‘relationship selling’ - dealing with Small, Medium to Large Enterprises.

· Proven success in achievement of targets in a high-performance culture

· Proven track record in exceeding stretching sales/performance targets

· Clear communicator, good listening skills and a persuasive style; plus an excellent telephone manner

· Ability to plan, organise, manage priorities and own workload

· Performance and delivery focused

· Strong presentation and delivery skills

· Enjoys working on their own and as part of a team

· High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

· Able to meet and exceed targets for sustainable employment and progression outcomes

· Values and supports continuing professional development

· Resilience and resourcefulness.

What we offer

• 25 days holidays + bank holidays
• Holiday Trade (buy or sell)
• 9% combined pension contribution
• Healthcare cashplan
• Dental Insurance
• Retail discounts.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £20,800.00-£26,080.00 per year

Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Employee mentoring programme
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• Paid volunteer time
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme
• Store discount

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• The role requires travel between Huddersfield and Batley. Are you willing to travel between these areas?

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: EMPLYMENT COACH EOI