Education Training and Employment Coordinator

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Riverside, Lowestoft, NR33 0EQ
• Salary: £34,434 - £40,777 per annum (pro rata if part time)
• Hours: 22.2 hours per week
• Contract: Permanent

This post is open to current Suffolk County Council Staff only.

We’re focused on making a meaningful difference to communities across Suffolk. How? By listening to our people learning from what they say and creating a culture of mutual respect, where everyone works together to achieve great things.

As an Education Training and Employment Coordinator in the Youth Justice Service you’ll be as keen to collaborate and build a bright future as we are. So, to make a positive impact, connect with us and connect with a fantastic career.  

Your role and responsibilities 

As an Education Training and Employment Coordinator within the Suffolk Youth Justice Service, you will be part of a multi-disciplinary team that includes, Educational Psychologists, Social Workers, Police Officers, Practitioners, Probation Officers, Speech and Language Therapists, Substance Misuse Workers and Mental Health Professionals. 

You will work with colleagues across Suffolk County Council to ensure that every child open to our service receives their full entitlement to education and has the opportunity to fulfil their unique potential. You will utilise your communication skills to hear the voice of the child and ensure this is effectively communicated to colleagues and professionals working with the child and their family. As part of your role you will build relationships with local education providers and attend multi-agency meetings to improve and re-establish children's engagement with education, employment and training.

You will need:

• experience working with children and families within education and children's services
• a positive ‘can do’ approach to working with families and partner agencies
• a willingness to learn and grow within the role, bringing transferable skills that will strengthen and improve the existing skills in the team
• a minimum of GSCE Maths and English or equivalent, alongside a relevant degree/level 6 qualification or equivalent experience.

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (word). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team 

You will sit within the Suffolk Youth Justice Service which is dedicated to changing the lives of young people in Suffolk. We work with children and young people to help them stop offending, fulfil their potential, and go on to lead successful lives. Alongside this we work with victims of youth crime using restorative approaches. As part of our work, we support and encourage the rights of young people, keep them safe and promote their physical and mental wellbeing.

Empowering Everyone

We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report (suffolk.gov.uk).

For more information 

Please contact Eliza Gunner for a casual conversation. You can reach her by calling 07523 931304 or emailing [email protected]

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (docx).

Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.

Step 3 - Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template. 

1. Describe a situation where you worked effectively as part of a multi-agency team to address a complex issue. What was your specific role and contribution? 
2. Can you share an example of a time when you had to adapt your approach to a problem or situation that wasn't going as planned?
3. Can you give an example of a time when you had to be persistent and tenacious to achieve a desired outcome?
4. How do you differentiate between the various educational programs and support services offered within the local system?

Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or [email protected]

Closing date:11.30pm, 09 October 2025