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Exciting opportunity to shape young lives as a Progression Coach at ThinkForward
Overview
Salary
£18786
Location
New Romney, Kent, UK
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
ThinkForward is an exemplary organisation which strives to prevent disadvantaged youth from becoming unemployment statistics. In 2026 we aim to support over 1,500 young people, shaping brighter futures by helping them transition successfully into the world of work.
Role Summary
- Deliver personalised one-on-one coaching and group activities
- Manage the ThinkForward programme in a local school and community
- Build and manage relationships with partner schools and businesses.
Role Requirements
- Experience in coaching or mentoring, preferably with youth
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and build strong relationships
- Dedication to ThinkForward's values of equity, diversity, and inclusion
- Access to a reliable vehicle
Application Process Details
- Send CV and cover letter outlining suitability for the role to jobs@thinkforward.org.uk
About ThinkForward: ThinkForward exists to support young people to create better and brighter futures. We aim to help them identify, realise, and shape their aspirations and be ready for a successful transition into work. We focus on young people experiencing barriers such as challenging relationships, living in low-income households, or growing up in areas with limited opportunities. Our goal is to prevent these young people from becoming part of the unemployment statistics. In 2026, we aim to support over 1,500 young people.
The Role: As a Progression Coach at ThinkForward, you will be at the heart of our initiative, providing personalized one-to-one coaching and group activities. You will help young people overcome challenges that hold them back from achieving their potential and ensure a safer and more successful pathway into employment and adulthood. This role involves managing the ThinkForward programme within one of our schools and its local community, ensuring quality and impact, and managing relationships with our partner schools and businesses. Access to a reliable vehicle is required.
Job Requirements: Applicants should have experience in coaching or mentoring, particularly with young people. They should be capable of managing multiple tasks and building strong relationships. A commitment to ThinkForward's values of equity, diversity, and inclusion is essential.
Benefits: ThinkForward offers pro rata 25 days annual leave, additional leave days between Christmas and New Year, up to 2 days' leave for volunteering, a commitment to personal development, 4.5% employer pension contributions, interest-free employee loans, a cycle to work scheme, employee discounts and rewards, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
Application Details: Interested candidates should send their CV and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role as described in the person specification to [email removed - click apply for more details]. Early interest is encouraged as applications will be reviewed as they arrive.
