Job Coach

Prospero Teaching; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support organization in Plymouth is seeking a compassionate Job Coach to assist young adults with learning disabilities during their supported internship placements. The ideal candidate will provide tailored support to ensure successful transitions into paid employment, focusing on developing essential employability skills in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with SEND, ideally in employment or education settings.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt tasks and environments to suit individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to interns and host employers throughout the placement.
• Identify suitable tasks aligned with each intern's strengths.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Problem-solving

Job description

Job Details

Location: Plymouth (In-person)

Contract: Temporary to permanent

Salary: £24,849 - £27,676

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

Prospero Teaching are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Job Coach to support young adults with learning disabilities through their supported internship placements. This rewarding role focuses on developing employability skills and fostering independence, with the ultimate goal of helping interns transition into paid employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored, one-to-one support to interns and host employers throughout the placement
• Identify suitable tasks aligned with each intern's strengths and abilities
• Collaborate with employers to ensure responsibilities are achievable and meaningful
• Create tools such as Task Boards to promote independent working
• Use strategies like Job Carving to break down complex tasks into manageable steps
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and offer guidance
• Deliver written support plans outlining intern needs and safeguarding considerations
• Host pre-placement Meet & Greet sessions to build strong relationships with employers
• Work flexibly to meet the needs of interns and employers, including occasional evenings and weekends

What We're Looking For / Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with SEND, ideally in employment or education settings
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to adapt tasks and environments to suit individual needs
• A proactive, empathetic, and solution-focused approach
• Commitment to promoting inclusion and independence

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