Description Are you passionate about helping others unlock their potential? Do you have experience working with people with learning disabilities and a knack for supporting individuals to achieve independence? Join our dynamic team at Plumpton College as a
Job Coach for our Supported Internship program!
About the Role: As a Job Coach, you will play a crucial role in empowering service users to overcome personal barriers and thrive in work settings. You'll provide tailored, on-the-job training, helping individuals gain competency and confidence in their roles. Working closely with our Supported Internship Coordinator, you'll design and implement training programs that are practical, supportive, and effective in helping service users achieve their employment goals.
Key Responsibilities: - Deliver hands-on job coaching and training in integrated work environments.
- Provide guidance and support to service users, employers, and co-workers to ensure successful placement.
- Conduct detailed job analyses and assist with risk assessments for potential placements.
- Develop individualized training plans that promote skill-building and independence.
What We're Looking For: We're seeking a compassionate, motivated individual with:
- Experience working with people with learning disabilities.
- Minimum Level 2 qualifications in literacy and numeracy.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- A driving license and willingness to travel to employer sites.
- An empathetic, flexible, and proactive approach to supporting service users.
While previous experience as a job coach or conducting risk assessments is desirable, we are more interested in your ability to engage with individuals and help them grow!
Why Join Us? Plumpton College is a progressive and ambitious institution, committed to making a real difference. We offer a supportive and enterprising work environment where every team member contributes to the success of our students. Plus, with flexible working hours, this bank role is ideal for someone looking for a rewarding position that fits around their lifestyle.
With over 3,000 students, excellent resources, and a drive for continuous improvement, Plumpton College is actively seeking staff who want to make a difference and be part of this exciting phase of our development. At Plumpton College we are Ambitious & Progressive, Enterprising, Professional, Supportive and Passionate about everything we do - if you share these values and would like to be part of our growing team then we'd like to hear from you.
Additional Information: We reserve the right to call candidates to interview/withdraw this vacancy at any time if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible.
Plumpton College is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and is dedicated to pursuing non-discriminatory policies and practices and eliminating unfair discrimination on any basis.
Plumpton is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Join us in our mission to empower and support individuals with learning disabilities. Apply today and help shape brighter futures!
