Youth Coach

Outcomes First Group

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Job Title: Youth Coach

Location: Reddish Hall School, Stockport, SK5 6UY

Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday | 8.00am – 4.00pm

Salary: £22,641.44 per annum (not pro rata)

Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only

Start: September 2026

UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and resilient Youth Coach to support a young person accessing a bespoke education plan, including off-site provision. This role involves a high level of independence, responsibility and creativity in planning and delivering meaningful, engaging activities.

You will act as the young person’s key worker, ensuring consistent communication between school, home and external professionals. You will also take ownership of aspects of their timetable, support their emotional wellbeing, and contribute to their academic progress.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting academic progress under the guidance of teaching staff
Monitoring and reporting on the young person’s progress
Acting as the main point of communication for school, home and external agencies
Writing risk assessments and pre-visit assessments
Working closely with the SENCO and Wellbeing Co-ordinator to plan appropriate activities
Transporting the young person to off-site activities
Maintaining accurate academic and safeguarding records
Undertaking relevant training and supporting elsewhere in school when required

About You

Maths and English GCSE (Grade 4/C and above) or equivalent.
Resilience, patience and a commitment to the wellbeing of young people
High degree of computer literacy
Good understanding of SEN
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Driving licence required

Reddish Hall School is an independent specialist day school in Stockport for pupils with SEMH needs, many with additional diagnoses including ASC, ADHD, and Dyslexia. In small classes, pupils receive personalised support in a safe, nurturing, and structured environment, building confidence, engagement, and self-esteem. Our curriculum blends academic, vocational, and wellbeing-focused learning to develop independence, resilience, and social skills. Supported by a skilled team and strong family partnerships, Reddish Hall empowers every pupil to achieve their potential and prepare for life beyond school.

Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
- Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
- Hundreds of UK and international discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- Critical illness cover
- Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.