Life Coach jobs in Fairford

Salary

£28 219 FTE

Role type

Term Time Only

Hours of work

Term time only 37 hours per week, 42 weeks per year (0.9 FTE)

Location

Cheltenham

Location status

On site, (Greensteps, central Cheltenham)

Contract type

Permanent

Interview date

TBC

Closing date

25/10/2026

About the role

Are you passionate about helping young people achieve their potential? Do you believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to develop the skills, confidence and independence needed for work and life?

We're looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Employability Coach to join our team at Greensteps in central Cheltenham and play a vital role in supporting learners to succeed. Supporting the tutors in the classroom, you'll help students build their knowledge, develop essential life and work skills, and gain the confidence to progress towards greater independence as they prepare for adulthood.

You will have previous experience of working with people who have learning difficulties and/or disabilities ideally in an education, teaching assistant or care role as you will be assisting to provide practical employment coaching in education sessions to individuals or groups of students, as well as supporting them whilst they are on their placements. There may also be a requirement to providing elements of care /personal care assistance to students as required.

Good administration skills will also be vital to record and provide written reports on learners’ progress.

This is a unique and rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on learners' lives, supporting them on their journey from education into the world of work and helping them achieve their personal goals and outcomes.

About us

National Star is a growing charity with more than 1,400 staff based in England and Wales. Established more than 50 years ago, we’ve supported hundreds of young people with disabilities to achieve their potential.

Staff benefits

• Fantastic career development opportunities and comprehensive induction programme – theory and practical
• Subsidised bus service from central Gloucester and central Cheltenham to Ullenwood (subject to availability)
• Award-winning training
• Free use of National Star facilities at Ullenwood, including a heated indoor swimming pool and fitness suite
• Westfield medical cover
• Life insurance cover
• Employee helpline
• Contributory pension scheme
• Opportunity to purchase a TOTUM discount card
• Employee discounts at attractions, high street retailers, supermarkets, utilities and motoring, plus much more