SEND Work Experience Coach

The Orpheus Centre; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support organization in Tandridge is seeking a dedicated mentor to assist young disabled adults in achieving their vocational goals. The role involves providing tailored support, securing work placements, and fostering positive relationships with employers. Applicants must have experience in similar settings and hold a full driving license. This dynamic position promises variety and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young disabled adults in education or care settings.
• A full driving licence is required.
• Ability to build positive relationships with employers.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and motivate learners to achieve vocational goals.
• Collaborate with employers to create job opportunities.
• Provide tailored in-work support to learners.

Skills

Mentoring

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-solving

Caseload Management

Education

Level 2 English and Maths

Level 3 Certificate for Supported Employment Practitioners (willingness to work towards)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Mentor and motivate learners to achieve their vocational goals.
• Secure and manage meaningful work experience placements with external employers.
• Provide tailored in‑work support, using systematic instruction techniques to build independence.
• Collaborate with employers and stakeholders to create bespoke opportunities.
• Drive learners to placements and assist with progression planning.
• This is a dynamic role where no two days are the same; you will be problem‑solving, networking, and making a real difference.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young disabled adults in education or care settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload and build positive relationships with employers.
• A full driving licence.
• Level 2 English and Maths (essential) and willingness to work towards a Level 3 Certificate for Supported Employment Practitioners.
• Challenging attitudes towards disability
• Increasing understanding of disability
• Removing barriers to disabled people and those with long‑term health conditions
• Ensuring that disabled people have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspiration

EEO Statement

We have made a positive commitment to employing disabled people. Reasonable adjustments will be made to the recruitment procedure as required in consultation with the applicant to ensure no‑one is disadvantaged because of their disability. If a disabled person is selected for a position, reasonable adjustments will be made to the workplace, including premises and equipment, work duties and practices or policies, as appropriate. All disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role as set out in the role profile and person specification will be considered for interview.

The Orpheus Centre promotes independence and personal growth through the arts. Our values—joyful, bold, inclusive, resilient, and determined—shape everything we do. We believe in creating opportunities that transform lives.