Supported Employment Coach- Bristol and South Gloucestershire (Fixed term)

THE ROYAL SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND; United States; Remote; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual holiday pro rata

Flexible working

Job summary

SeeAbility is seeking a dedicated Supported Employment Coach to join the Ready, Willing & Able team and help people with learning disabilities and autism secure meaningful work. The role involves supporting individuals and liaising with employers to build inclusive workplaces across Bristol and South Gloucestershire.

You’ll travel to meet participants and employers, delivering tailored coaching and employing a flexible, home-based approach.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with learning disabilities and autism to achieve goals.
• Passionate about workplace inclusion and breaking down barriers.
• Demonstrates creativity and innovation in coaching.
• Familiarity with the five-stage Supported Employment model is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with individuals to achieve life-changing career goals.
• Collaborate with employers to create inclusive workplaces.
• Provide tailored coaching and support across Bristol and South Gloucestershire.

Skills

Experience supporting people with LD &

Workplace inclusion advocacy

Creative coaching approach

Five-stage SE model (desirable)

Job description

Supported Employment Coach- Bristol and South Gloucestershire

Location: Home-based with travel across Bristol & South Gloucestershire

Salary: £27,000 pro rata per annum plus benefits

-33 days annual holiday pro rata (incl. bank holidays)

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours (flexible working)

Contract: Temporary for 8 months

Are you passionate about transforming lives through meaningful employment opportunities?

We are seeking an exceptional Supported Employment Coach to join our Ready, Willing & Able team and make a real difference in the lives of people with learning disabilities and autism across Bristol and South Gloucestershire.

The Opportunity

Join SeeAbility’s Ready, Willing & Able team and help transform lives through employment.
We’re looking for a passionate and creative Supported Employment Coach to support people with learning disabilities and autism to achieve their career ambitions. You’ll work closely with individuals and employers to break down barriers and create inclusive workplaces. Since launching in 2021, Ready, Willing & Able has been breaking down employment barriers and proving that with the right support, everyone can achieve their professional ambitions.

What makes this role special:

• Work directly with inspiring individuals to achieve life-changing career goals
• Join a creative, boundary-pushing team that thinks outside the box
• Make a tangible impact on workplace inclusion across Bristol and South Glos.

The ideal candidate will:

• Share our belief that paid work is positive and possible for everyone
• Have proven experience supporting people with learning disabilities and autism to achieve their goals
• Be passionate about workplace inclusion and breaking down employment barriers
• Demonstrate creativity and innovation in their approach to coaching
• Have experience with the five-stage Supported Employment model (desirable but not essential)

You will thrive in this role if you:

• Have high expectations for yourself and the people you support into work
• Enjoy building meaningful relationships and tailored support plans
• Are comfortable working independently from home while travelling across Bristol and South Gloucestershire
• Can identify opportunities and deliver personalised coaching that leads to sustainable employment

Professional Growth:

• Join a recognised leader in disability support services
• Work with an innovative team that's reshaping supported employment
• Continuous professional development and training

About SeeAbility

For decades, SeeAbility has been providing extraordinary support and championing better eye care and supported living support, for people with learning disabilities and autism. We don't just support people – we empower them to challenge expectations and achieve extraordinary things every day.

Our Ready, Willing & Able programme represents our commitment to employment equality. We believe that everyone deserves the dignity, purpose, and financial independence that comes with meaningful work. Our team doesn't just find jobs – we create career pathways that align with individual ambitions and strengths.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're ready to join a team that's genuinely changing lives and transforming communities, we want to hear from you. This isn't just a job – it's an opportunity to be part of something revolutionary in supported employment.