Project Search Course Leader

Job Title: Project Search Course Leader

Department: Employability and Life Skills

Hours: 37 Hours

Status: Full Time/ Permanent/Term Time Only (42 weeks per year)

Salary: £27,574 – £31,975 per annum (Salary points 31 – 36)

Closing Date:

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Are you passionate about supporting young adults with learning disabilities to transition into meaningful employment?

Calderdale College is seeking an inspiring and motivated Project SEARCH Course Leader to coordinate a life-changing programme based at Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a dynamic transition-to-work programme for young adults with learning disabilities. The successful candidate will deliver the DFN Project SEARCH curriculum, integrating Maths and English, while working closely with interns, families, employers, and other stakeholders to ensure positive outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

Coordination: Develop and manage work placements within the host business to enhance interns’ employability.
Teaching and Support: Deliver lessons, job coaching, and individualised training to meet the needs of each intern.
Collaboration: Work closely with families, employers, and external agencies to personalise employment plans.
Progress Monitoring: Track and evaluate interns’ achievements, setting clear goals and supporting transitions into paid employment.
We’re looking for a candidate who:

Is passionate about empowering young adults with learning disabilities.
Has experience in employability training, job coaching, or working within SEND settings.
Can build strong partnerships with local employers and community services.
Is highly organised, proactive, and committed to delivering exceptional outcomes.
If you’re ready to make a difference and lead an innovative transition-to-work programme, we’d love to hear from you!

The College is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all learners and expects its staff to share this commitment.  Employment at the College is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.  If the post falls under the definition of regulated activity it will also be subject to an additional barred list check.

When we shortlist potential candidates, we will inform those who have been shortlisted that online search maybe conducted as part of the due diligence checks. The college will ensure to communicate the lawful basis on which this personal information will be collected.

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