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* Hours: 29.6 hours per week over 4 weekdays
* Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
* Reference: 0363
Job Description
* Realise Futures
* Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 5NZ
* Salary: £21,200 per annum
* Hours: 29.6 hours per week over 4 weekdays
* Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
* Reference: 0363
Location: Growing Places at Hill View Business Park, Unit 15, Old Ipswich Rd, Claydon IP6 0AJ.
The Role:
Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you want to work for a company that delivers social impact within your community? We are seeking a dedicated RF Works Coach (Support Worker) to join our team at Growing Places in Claydon. No two days are the same, and you’ll play a vital role in supporting individuals with varying levels of capacity and understanding.
Key Responsibilities:
* provide tailored support and coaching to individuals, adapting your style and methods to meet their needs
* work collaboratively with the team to create a positive and inclusive environment.
Requirements:
* excellent communication skills, with the ability to relate to people with differing levels of capacity and understanding
* ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing situations
* this role is subject to a DBS check
* a full clean driving licence is desirable as you may be required to drive company vehicles and on occasion work from other sites.
We will offer you:
* full training and ongoing support
* a dynamic and supportive team environment
* the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those who are disadvantaged and/or disabled.
About us:
The purpose of Realise Futures is to improve the wellbeing, mental health and employability of disabled and disadvantaged people whilst contributing to the economy in our communities. Realise Futures operates as a hybrid company combining commercial trade with personal and government funded public services. Our aim is to create opportunities for people to succeed in work, learning and life through three company departments,
Learning Coaching and Advice, Employment and RF Works (seven distinct Social Businesses).
Together they provide professional and tailored opportunities that support people to realise their potential.
As one of the largest Community Interest Companies in the East of England, we employ approximately 230 staff, 40% of which have a declared disability.
Realise Futures is proud to be a mindful employer that offers a range of employee benefits including:
* flexible working arrangements (where business needs allow)
* a performance related pay increase system as part of the appraisal process
* 45p per mile expenses (cars, first 10,000 miles, excluding commute)
* an Appreciation Award if successfully nominated: £150 per individual OR £500 shared across your team
* an Annual Colleague Awards event at our AGM
* 25 days annual leave (in addition to recognised bank holidays)
* an additional day of paid leave around your birthday
* an additional paid wellbeing day
* 3 days additional annual leave after 3 years’ service
* an additional day’s paid leave on the day that you celebrate a 5-year work anniversary with Realise Futures
* a disability leave policy that is separate from Sickness Absence
* a confidential counselling service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to you and members of your immediate family
* trained First Aid Mental Health First Aiders
* a Cycle to Work scheme
* an occupational pension scheme.
To find out more
For an informal discussion, please call Tom Field on 07598 583622.
How To Apply
To apply, please complete an online application form by visiting our website
If you have any further queries, or difficulties in completing the application form, please email Recruitment@realisefutures.org
Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview candidates who meet the essential criteria prior to the closing date and / or to close the opportunity to applicants once we receive sufficient applications.
Please note that internal candidates will be given preference for redeployment opportunities.
Closing date: 5 pm, 27 August 2025.
Interview dates: 1 and 2 September 2025.
Please ensure you are available on these dates prior to applying.
Realise Futures CIC
A company operating across Suffolk and Norfolk combining commercial trade of products and services alongside work placements, employment and training opportunities. The primary aim of the business is to improve and promote the economic and social wellbeing of those who are disadvantaged and/or disabled.
The company is organised in three divisions, Learning and Development, Employment and RF Works (seven distinct Social Businesses).
Together they provide professional and tailored opportunities that support people to realise their potential. Realise Futures: Enhancing People’s Lives
Realise Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer.
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