Employability Coach

Company: Foundation Of Light
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Location: Sunderland
Job Description:

At the Foundation of Light, we use the power of football to create better opportunities and better lives across Sunderland, South Tyneside and County Durham. Through education, connection and wellbeing, we break down barriers, build confidence and help people reach their potential.

Our new strategy is bold, ambitious and community-focused, and we’re growing our team to make an even bigger impact. If you’re passionate about changing lives and want to be part of something that truly matters, join us.

Employability Coach (35 hours)

The Foundation is seeking three highly motivated individuals to fulfil the exciting role of Employability Coach as part of the Skills Team.

Through our pioneering facility, the Beacon of Light, it is the Foundation’s ambition to develop the education, employability and skills pathways for families across Sunderland, South Tyneside and County Durham through quality delivery.

Working with the Skills team, you will deliver on the Employability Programmes, engaging young people and adults in employability support, both in 1-2-1 mentoring and small group sessions. You may also be asked to deliver on 19+ Adult Skills Programmes or Youth Skills Programmes.

You will have the ability to engage young people and adults who are economically inactive or unemployed, and to support them with moving closer to employment and/or into sustainable employment.

The base for the post is the Beacon of Light, with delivery across Sunderland, South Tyneside and County Durham.

Interested applicants should complete an application form and email gemma.snaith@foundationoflight.co.uk.

The closing date is Friday 10th July 2026.

Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS Check. Foundation of Light is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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Posted: July 6th, 2026