UHI Argyll offer further and higher education in one of the most geographically fragmented areas of Scotland. We are an academic partner of UHI. The university operates through a partnership of twelve colleges and research institutions, located throughout Argyll, the Highlands and Islands, Moray and Perthshire.

To support our work we are recruiting to the following role:

Work Coaches (2 part time roles, Oban and Dunoon)

Salary range Salary for these posts is £31,250 pro rata. Duration Fixed Term 1 year 0.8FTE Oban 0.6FTE Dunoon Working hours Part-Time Location Dunoon & Oban Closing Date Sunday 12th April

Work Coach (2 Part‑Time Roles)

We’re seeking two motivated, people‑focused Work Coaches to support adults preparing to re‑enter the world of work. You’ll help build confidence, develop employability skills, and create pathways into meaningful, sustained employment through high‑quality work placements.

What You’ll Do

• Provide personalised, motivational 1‑to‑1 coaching to develop confidence, skills, and job‑readiness.
• Support learners in their learning and on placement, ensuring positive, structured experiences.
• Match learners to suitable placements, liaising with employers to arrange, monitor, and review progress.
• Build and maintain referral routes with local agencies and community partners.
• Track outcomes: set goals, review progress, and provide clear, constructive feedback.

About You

You should bring experience supporting jobseekers, learners, or people facing barriers to work, and have excellent interpersonal skills to motivate, inspire, and build trust. Organised and solution‑focused, you’re comfortable juggling priorities and solving problems to keep learners progressing. You’re confident engaging with employers and partner agencies to create opportunities and sustain positive relationships. Above all, you’re compassionate, patient, and resilient, with a clear focus on achieving high‑quality outcomes for the people you support. Experience in employability, FE/college settings, or community‑based support is desirable.

Additional Information

• Roles involve local travel; driving licence is essential.
• Appointment subject to PVG membership and satisfactory references.
• We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Help us support individuals to build brighter futures through work‑ready skills and meaningful placements.

Closing Date for applications is 12/04/2026

Please email your completed application to ACHR@uhi.ac.uk