At Mencap we deliver a range of programmes designed to support people with a learning disability and/or autism to move closer to work.
We are looking for passionate and self-motivated people to join our bank of Relief Job Coaches based in Barnet, Ealing, Islington and Kingston Upon Thames. You must be located around one or more of these areas or within commutable distance.
In this team of bank staff, you will provide individually tailored support for people with learning disabilities and/or autism who are in work, helping them to integrate into the working environment, developing skills and knowledge that will lead to sustained employment. You will be supporting the learners with 1:1 Job Coaching within the workplace. You will work closely with Caseworkers/Tutors to ensure robust individual learner assessment processes are followed to set targets and goals to monitor progression.
Relief Job Coach work will be via a relief bank. This means the work is as and when required. The work that is more likely to be short, ad hoc support. However, there may be some options for longer term work on occasions. Unlike zero-hour contracts, there is no obligation to take work offered. However, we do ask for full commitment for any work that is accepted. This is a fantastic opportunity for those seeking flexible working arrangements.
Having a positive attitude is more important than experience for this role. Many of the people we will support will take longer to learn new skills, so a Job Coach will need to be reassuring, patient and encouraging.
Everyone is different. Ideally, we would like to match people needing support with the most suitable Job Coach, so we need variety! People with similar interests, particular skills or experience in different sectors.
If you are looking for a flexible role that fits around your lifestyle, we’d love to hear from you!
We are looking for Job Coaches to:
- Provide tailored 1:1 support to individuals in employment or work placements.
- Liaise with employers to ensure appropriate workplace accommodations and support.
- Support individuals to develop confidence, skills, and independence.
- Help clients with travel training, interview preparation, and work readiness.
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to progress reviews.
- Work flexibly to meet the changing needs of clients and employers.
Key skills and requirements (essential):
- Experience of supporting people
- Knowledge of supported employment
- Effective/accurate record keeping and reporting
- Adaptable to work in range of environments
- Professional conduct and attendance
- Have an interest in and desire to know more about learning disability and autism
Further information can be found on the job description.
At Mencap, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we intentionally plan for the success of our colleagues in everything we do. We welcome applications from everyone, so come as you are and join us. Together we are Mencap!
If you feel that this Job Coach role is for you, please apply with a full and up to date CV that demonstrates how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the Person Specification and why you want to work for Mencap.
Job ID: 34349
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and welcome applicants with disabilities to apply for all roles with us. To find out more about the scheme please visit the direct gov website.