Job Introduction
We are hiring Connect To Work Job Coaches, Lincolnshire (10 posts - Full Time Equivalent)
Hybrid roles, - various locations with travel
Do you have a passion for supporting people into employment?
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new team, supporting people of working age who have a learning disability, autism and young adults leaving care, get into paid employment.
We’re building on the success of our Local Supported Employment project, and creating a new team of Job Coaches, located across the County of Lincolnshire. Our Connect to Work team will help people to transform their lives, working with each persons interests, strengths and abilities, to find paid work.
You’ll work closely with schools, colleges and employers, building and maintaining strong relationships which lead to paid work opportunities. It’s a fast paced role, working with a range of people to deliver results that count. You’ll Identify and pursue appropriate and relevant job opportunities with and for individuals, and develop sound knowledge of in-work benefits, liaising with a range of departments and sectors as well as giving reliable advice to people and families.
About you
You’ll need to be self-motivated, able to work on your own initiative as well as part of the wider team with the energy and drive to deliver results whilst establishing this new team. Key to success in this role will include:
- Excellence in building relationships with adults with learning disabilities, autism, their families, support networks, employers, professionals, and senior stakeholders
- Proficient in using IT systems including Microsoft Office suite, case management systems, and database management. Ability to maintain accurate electronic records.
- Knowledge of employment support approaches including job coaching and supported employment methodologies.
- Understanding of employment legislation and reasonable adjustments.
- Confident in a range of communication styles, including cold calling employers and offering Disability Awareness information to potential and current employer partners.
- Car driver and access to own vehicle is essential
About Our Offer
Along with a competitive salary we are offering:
- “Green book” Local Government terms and conditions
- Access to Local Government Pension scheme (contribution rate of approx. 24%)
- Comprehensive benefits package including salary sacrifice for cars, cycles, plus excellent discount schemes
- 37 hour working week (as full time) including flexible and hybrid working
- A generous leave entitlement with a minimum of 25 days plus bank holidays and the option to buy more
- Free financial wellbeing advice
Further details can be found here: Rewards and benefits – Lincolnshire County Council
If this sounds like the role for you, then please read through the full job description, before clicking apply! If you would like to know more about Lincolnshire County Council and our current vacancies then click on over to www.lincolnshire.gov.uk.
If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact; Tracy Wilcox via email tracy.wilcox@lincolnshire.gov.uk
Applications close 30th November 2025
Interviews on 9th and 10th December 2025.
Due to recent changes in immigration law in the UK we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the requirements of RQF Level 6.
PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your covering letter/personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.
Please refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.
A relocation package may be considered for the successful candidate. More details relating to our Relocation Policy can be found here.
Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.
All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.
We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
A Smarter Working Employer
We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.
Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
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