Job coaches
Job coaches support you to do your job well and feel confident at work. They give help based on what you need.
A job coach can:
- support you on your first day at work
- help you learn new tasks step by step
- support you during training or your work induction
- help your employer understand your needs
- support your colleagues to work well with you
- help you adapt to change at work
If you need extra support because of SEND, a job coach can help make sure the right support is in place.
How long support lasts
Your job coach will stay with you for as long as you need them.
As you become more confident, they will reduce their support. This is called a “fade out”.
They can come back to support you again if your needs change or you start a new role.
Emma from Discovery explains:
- what a job coach does
- how job coaches support people into work
- how they support employers
Find a job coach
Organisations that provide job coaches include
You can also contact your local Jobcentre Plus. They can help you find a job coach in your area.