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Influence the future of young individuals by joining ThinkForward as a FutureMe Progression Coach, a charity devoted to empowering the youth from low-income households.
Overview
Salary
£31327
Location
Margate, Kent
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
ThinkForward is a proactive charity centered on assisting young people to build brighter futures. Our mission is to enable them to identify, fulfill, and shape their ambitions, priming them for a successful work transition. We serve young people from low-income households or areas with limited opportunities, aiming to keep them out of unemployment. With an inclusive and empowering environment, we are enthusiastic about the welfare of children and young people.
Role Summary
- Provide one-to-one coaching and group activities to young people
- Oversee the execution of the ThinkForward programme within schools and local communities
- Build and maintain successful relationships with partner schools and businesses
Role Requirements
- Ability to connect and maintain relationships with young people
- Manage relationships with schools effectively
- Share knowledge with colleagues to enhance programme effectiveness
- Contribute to the development of business relationships connected to the school
Application Process Details
- Application closes on 9th January 2026
- Interviews will take place in late January 2026
ThinkForward is a dedicated charity focused on supporting young people to create better and brighter futures. We aim to help them identify, realise, and shape their aspirations, preparing them for a successful transition into work. We address challenges faced by young people from low-income households or areas with limited opportunities, aiming to prevent them from becoming part of the unemployment statistics. In 2026, we plan to support over 1,500 young people.
Our values guide our daily actions and decisions, creating a positive and empowering environment for our team and the young people we serve. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure an accessible recruitment process and offer interviews to all applicants who meet the job requirements and declare a disability.
The role of a FutureMe Progression Coach involves providing personalized one-to-one coaching and group activities to young people, helping them overcome challenges and achieve their potential. Coaches also manage the ThinkForward programme within schools and local communities, ensuring quality and impact, and maintaining successful relationships with partner schools and businesses.
Key responsibilities include building and maintaining relationships with young people, managing day-to-day relationships with schools, sharing knowledge with colleagues to enhance programme effectiveness, and contributing to business relationships linked to the school.
ThinkForward offers a range of employee benefits including annual leave, additional leave days, a commitment to personal development, and more. This full-time, permanent position is based in Margate, Kent, with a starting salary of £31,327 per annum. The role requires access to a vehicle and starts in February/March 2026. Applications close on 9th January 2026, with interviews scheduled for late January 2026.
