We are excited to be recruiting in our Futures provision for an energetic and dedicated Futures Coach to join our team on a maternity 12 month contract. This role is all about supporting young people as they navigate the important transition from school and education into adulthood.
Our work focuses on four key areas to help each learner build a meaningful and independent future: employment, independent living, community inclusion, and health and wellbeing.
A day in the life of a Futures Coach would include:
* Providing support and guidance to our learners going through the transition in life from leaving education to entering adulthood
* Encouraging learners to develop effective communication and social interaction skills as well as behaving appropriately in public settings
* Ensuring accurate individual personal student records are maintained
* Supporting the development of learners’ confidence, resilience and motivation enabling them to make informed decisions with support about their future
* Carefully planning activities and opportunities for learners in a safe way
* Assisting with completion of all necessary evaluations, reports and documentation as required
* Promoting learner independence at all times whether that is with interviews, taking public transport and all interaction in the community
* Seeking partnerships with adult social services and external professionals to support the successful transition of learners from education to adulthood
Hours of work: Mon-Fri 8:30-4:30
40 hours per week
Working 41 weeks a year
* A rewarding job, full of variety and opportunities for career development
* 12-week induction programme consisting of in-house training, e-learning, shadowing, coaching, and mentoring.
* The opportunity to complete an accredited qualification once you’ve passed your probation period.
* All colleagues have access to an internal learning portal so you can increase your skills and knowledge in the areas that interest you the most.
* Cycle to work scheme
* Bespoke learning and development in key areas such as total communication, positive behaviour techniques, sign language
* Up to 33 days annual leave pro-rata (including bank holidays)
* A generous employee referral scheme – you can earn£400for each person you successfully refer!
* Benefits portal which gives you access to money off your favourite shops, restaurants, and great days out, along with a cashback healthcare plan for general day-to-day healthcare such as optical and dental.
* A 24 Hour Employee Assistance programme that provides practical information and support on issues like money management, family and legal information.
* We also have a network of Mental Health First Aiders to provide support you in the event you experience issues relating to your mental health.
Apply now:
If working in our futures service sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. To apply it couldn’t be simpler - just ‘apply’ to complete the application process.
If you have any questions and would like to discuss the role in more detail,please call the Talent Team on 01202 084834.
Charley would be more than happy to help!
Our commitment:
We welcome applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. W ewillens u rethatall o u r r ecrui t m ent a n ds e lec t i o npra c tic e sr e f l ect t h is. Anyone with any form of disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in order to participate in the job application or interview process. As part of our commitment to providing reasonable adjustments, please let us know if you require support to complete your application.
Autism unlimited is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. Any vacancy we have will be filled based on qualifications and best fit without any reference to race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.
A l l s u cc e ssf u l c a nd i d at e swill b esu b je c t to disclosure and barring checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Experience of working in SEND desirable not essential
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