Job Title: Engagement and Employability Coach Location: Kent and Medway (Hybrid/ Field-based) Salary: £27,058 – £31,086 per annum (depending on experience) Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week) OR Part-time (4 days per week) Contract: Permanent Report to: Area Manager – Engagement Programmes

About CXK CXK empowers people to succeed in employment, education and training. The charity strives for a fairer society where everyone can grow and realise their potential. “The CXK Way” embodies the following core values:

Ethical – We work with professionalism, honesty and integrity Passionate – We reach out enthusiastically to all who need out support Innovative – We inspire, enhance and improve Collaborative – We engage, support and share with others

The Team The Targeted Support Team deliver a wide variety of programmes to empower young people and adults to improve their confidence and skills and then progress into training and employment. Leading group sessions and individualised mentoring, the team deliver with passion and expertise to individuals from a range of backgrounds, offering person-centred guidance and support.

The Role This is an exciting time to join CXK as we are looking to extend our work in Supported Employment. These roles will support a small caseload of individuals with a range of needs who are looking to move into work, enabling them to find the right opportunities and sustain the roles through in-work support. The coaches will also need to be skilled in working with employers to support them to make their roles accessible and sustainable. Growing and maintaining a strong employer base will be a central part of these exciting new roles.

Skills and Knowledge At CXK we are proud to be a disability confident and equal opportunities employer. We actively promote diversity within our workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Minimum Criteria An understanding of the employment needs, and challenges faced by people who experience labour market exclusion Experience of working with individuals on a one-to-one basis, developing personalised plans and goal setting Experience of managing a range of tasks at any one time, and holding positive relationships with different stakeholders

Essential Criteria Full UK drivers’ licence and use of own vehicle Maths and English GCSE grade C or above (or equivalent) Experience working in employment services supporting people to obtain or keep work Proven experience of meeting and exceeding outcomes and targets An understanding of the employment needs, and challenges faced by people who experience labour market exclusion Experience of working with someone on a one-to-one basis Experience of providing supported employment services

Employee Experience A career with CXK is rewarding work, enabling you to fulfil your potential. This fulfilling and exciting role provides the opportunity to develop and grow meaningful relationships with a range of services and employers in East Sussex. You will build upon the specialised skills and knowledge relating to Supported Employment and be a positive influence on the lives of people entering work.

Benefits of working with us Our employee benefits include: 30-33 days holiday, plus bank holidays Defined contribution pension scheme (matched by CXK up to 10% depending on length of service criteria) Benenden private healthcare cover Flexible working Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Training and development programmes and opportunities Mental and physical healthcare initiatives and more

Recruitment Timeline Vacancy closing date: Tuesday 15th July 2025 Application review date: Wednesday 16th July 2025 Interview dates: From Monday 28th July 2025

Useful Information If you have any questions or wish to have an informal conversation before submitting your application, please contact the Recruitment Team.

Please note: Applicants will need to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide references before any offer of employment is made.