NEET Engagement Coach - #2091704

At Transform Lives Company, we believe every person has strengths, potential, and the right support can help them move forward. This role reflects our person-centred approach: building trust, recognising individual barriers and walking alongside young people as they take positive steps towards their future.

Youth disengagement from education, employment and training has been identified as a key priority in Speke. Many young people face barriers such as low confidence, poor wellbeing, limited work experience opportunities and unclear post-16 pathways, which can make it harder for them to move into sustained education, employment or training.

As part of the Cradle to Career programme, this role will provide early, personalised support to young people at risk of becoming NEET. Working with schools, families, employers, training providers and local partners, the NEET Engagement Coach will help young people build confidence, raise aspirations and successfully navigate key transition points into positive futures.

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Job Description

Job Title - NEET Engagement Coach

Position reporting to

Location - Speke

Closing - July 5th

Interview Date - July 13th

Full Time – 35 hours per week

Salary - £30,000

Duration - Fixed Term until August 2028

Role Purpose

We are seeking to recruit a NEET Engagement Coach to work with young people in Speke who are at risk of becoming Not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET).

The role focuses on building trusted relationships with young people, understanding the barriers they face, and providing tailored coaching and support to enable successful progression into sustained education, employment or training (EET). The postholder will work closely with schools, families, local partners and employers to support young people to raise aspirations, develop confidence and successfully navigate key transition points.

The NEET Engagement Coach will play a key role within the Cradle to Career programme, contributing to a coordinated, place-based approach to improving outcomes for young people in Speke.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting Young People

● Work intensively with a defi ned cohort of young people, particularly those in Years 10 and 11, who are at risk of becoming NEET

● Build strong, trusting relationships with young people to understand their aspirations, needs and barriers

● Support young people to develop clear and realistic post-16 progression plans

● Provide one-to-one mentoring and coaching to support engagement, attendance, behaviour and achievement

● Identify and address individual barriers to progression, including academic, social and emotional challenges

● Support young people to access enrichment opportunities, work experience and personal development activities

● Prepare young people for successful transitions into post-16 education, training or employment

Family, School and Community Engagement

● Work collaboratively with families, schools and carers to support young people’s engagement and progression 6

● Engage parents and carers to build understanding of post-16 pathways and support young people’s aspirations

● Support strategies that improve attendance, engagement and readiness for post-16 transitions

● Provide support within the community, including during school holidays where appropriate, to ensure continuity of engagement

Partnership and Stakeholder Working

● Develop and maintain effective relationships with schools, local authorities, employers and training providers

● Work closely with careers leads and advice services to ensure young people have access to high-quality guidance

● Collaborate with local authority NEET prevention teams and other partners to align support

● Contribute to the development of employer links and opportunities for mentoring and work experience

Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation

● Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of engagement, interventions and outcomes for each young person

● Monitor progress against agreed targets and contribute to reporting against programme KPIs

● Track and evidence young people’s progression into and sustained participation in EET

● Produce high-quality reports capturing outcomes, learning and impact

● Contribute to programme evaluation and continuous improvement

Safeguarding and Professional Practice

● Adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures at all times

● Ensure any concerns are appropriately identified, recorded and escalated

● Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality

● Work in line with organisational policies, including safeguarding, data protection and health and safety

● Represent the organisation to a high standard in all interactions

Person Specification

Qualities and Attributes

● Flexible, adaptable and a strong listener

● Understanding of the local area, employment landscape and the challenges young people face in relation to aspirations and careers

● Collaborative team player with an open and honest approach

● Ability to build strong relationships and work effectively with young people, families, schools and partners

● Ability to motivate and support young people to build confidence and independence

● Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively

● Ability to work towards agreed targets and report accurately on casework and outcomes

Skills and Experience

Essential

● Experience working with young people, particularly those at risk of becoming NEET

● Strong understanding of the barriers young people face in accessing education, employment or training

● Ability to build and sustain relationships with young people, families, schools and stakeholders

● Experience in mentoring, coaching or delivering interventions that support progression

● Strong knowledge of the local education and employment landscape, including post-16 pathways

● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

● Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage a caseload effectively

● Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people

● Experience of demonstrating impact and improved outcomes for young people

Desirable

● Experience working in education, youth work or careers guidance

● Understanding of data tracking and impact measurement in youth engagement programmes

● Knowledge of local support services and opportunities available for young people

● Ability to drive and/or access transport for work purposes.

● Training in safeguarding, risk assessment or trauma-informed practice.

To apply, please send your CV and Cover Letter to [email protected]

CLOSING DATE JULY 5th

Additional Info

TLC are an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from a diverse range of backgrounds. We’re not able to offer a sponsorship opportunity for this role however, we can accept applications from anyone with the right to work in the UK.