Skills Coach

Overview

Job Advert. Do you have experience of working with people with a learning disability? Are you passionate about working for an organisation that drives change? Then we may have the role for you at Mencap Training Academy. We are seeking dedicated and self-motivated Skills Coaches to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis (37.5 hours per week). In this role, you will drive our employability programs, including Supported Internships, and provide tailored support to learners with SEND.

You will be accountable for learner progression in the workplace and achieving outcomes for the learner. You will deliver support in various ways: 1-1 job coaching, helping learners develop employability skills, and embedding English and Math learning in the workplace. The role aims to help people learn the skills they need to go on to sustained paid employment.

• Be the driving force behind employability programs (including Supported Internships).

• Provide tailored support to learners with SEND and monitor learner progression in the workplace.

• Deliver support through 1-1 job coaching, developing employability skills, and embedding English and Math in the workplace.

• Help learners achieve sustained paid employment.

• Proven experience supporting individuals.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve targets.
• Strong understanding of safe working practices.
• A good knowledge of the Educational and SEN sectors.
• GCSE English & Maths (A-C/9-4 or equivalent).
• Proficient ICT skills.
• Excellent communication and record-keeping abilities.
• Valid UK driving license and access to a reliable vehicle for frequent travel within the Worcestershire area.

* This is not an exhaustive list of the role; please see the attached job description for more information.

Application Details:

• Please be prepared to provide evidence of your GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) at the interview stage.

Here at Mencap we operate a blinded recruitment process for a lot of our roles; please ensure you apply with a full application and covering statement.

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This Final date to receive applications on Tuesday 17th February and interviews will be soon after.

Here at Mencap, we offer an impressive range of benefits designed to support and reward our employees and ensure that our teams feel valued and appreciated. Our benefits package includes 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata), plus discounts at leading high-street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and more. For details on what we offer, please see the attached document outlining all benefits available to you as a member of our team.

Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives. We support people with a learning disability, their families and carers, and advocate for a kinder, fairer, more inclusive society. Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere. We promote respect, value, and safety.

We have Belonging network groups open to all colleagues, including groups for Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long-term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies.

We encourage everyone to apply to work  offer a variety of contract types and working patterns. We’re not looking for specific experience; your personality and values will make you a great colleague. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you’re applying for.