Employment Coach
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 22 Rhagfyr 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £27,804.61 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 21 Ionawr 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | RG41 2PY |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Optalis |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: |
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Optalis is the adult social care delivery partner on behalf of Wokingham Borough Council and the Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead Council. Optalis is owned and funded by the 2 Councils. Optalis is not a private provider or an employment agency.
Employment Coach - Support Employment Service - Wokingham
29.6 hours per week (Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays)
FTE £ 27,804.61 p.a.
Optalis Employment Coach - Empowering People, Transforming Futures.
Do you have the skills, commitment and passion to enable individuals to achieve sustainable employment and realise their aspirations?
We are seeking a motivated, organised and proactive Employment Coach to join our high-performing team, supporting individuals covered under the Equality Act 2010, including unpaid carers, to access meaningful and lasting employment opportunities.
As an Employment Coach, you will play a pivotal role in promoting inclusion, breaking down barriers and supporting individuals to achieve their employment goals. This is a role where your professionalism, adaptability and creativity will directly contribute to changing lives and improving communities.
Your responsibilities will include:
· Working closely with clients to identify their skills, strengths and career aspirations.
· Developing tailored employment pathways and supporting clients to secure and sustain suitable roles.
· Providing practical support, such as interview preparation, travel training, and confidence-building activities.
· On the job coaching, training clients in their workplace to independence
· Engaging with a broad network of local and national employers to create new and impactful employment opportunities.
· Promoting inclusive workplace practices and advocating for positive change.
We are looking for someone who:
· Is professional, empathetic and highly organised.
· Can build strong, trust-based relationships with clients and employers.
· Is driven to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives.
· Holds a full driving licence and has daily access to a vehicle.
Why Join Us:
· Be part of a service with over 23 years of proven success and a reputation as the most successful supported employment service in England.
· Work alongside a dedicated and experienced team who are passionate about inclusion and opportunity.
· Benefit from competitive rates of pay, a generous mileage allowance, and ongoing professional development opportunities.
· Contribute to a service that makes a tangible difference to individuals, families, employers and communities.
If you are ready to use your skills to make a lasting impact, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Apply today and help us shape a more inclusive and equitable employment landscape.
Please apply online or send your CV details to ash.cooper@rbwm.gov.uk
Working for Optalis you will also receive a range of benefits, including:
· A Perkbox rewards package offering discounts on cinema, shopping, health, travel and insurance
· 25 days annual leave (pro rata) rising annually to a maximum of 30 days with 8 bank holidays, and an extra day off for your birthday
· An additional health and wellbeing day
· A comprehensive paid training and development programme
· Excellent career progression opportunities and support
· As a valued and integral member of the team you will have a voice in the service and forums to be heard and make a difference
· STAR awards – a reward scheme which recognises staff who have gone the extra mile
· A generous pension scheme
Optalis is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our staff and customers. All successful applicants will be required to undertake a DBS check and will need to provide proof of their right to work in the UK.
We anticipate this being a popular role and therefore reserve the right to close early should there be a large volume of applications. We would therefore advise not to wait until the closing date to submit your interest.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The DBS clearance level required is Enhanced with Adult Barred list.
For advice and information on disclosing criminal records you can contact Nacro’s support service on 0300123 1999 or helpline@nacro.org.uk
Employment Coach - Support Employment Service - Wokingham
29.6 hours per week (Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays)
FTE £ 27,804.61 p.a.
Optalis Employment Coach - Empowering People, Transforming Futures.
Do you have the skills, commitment and passion to enable individuals to achieve sustainable employment and realise their aspirations?
We are seeking a motivated, organised and proactive Employment Coach to join our high-performing team, supporting individuals covered under the Equality Act 2010, including unpaid carers, to access meaningful and lasting employment opportunities.
As an Employment Coach, you will play a pivotal role in promoting inclusion, breaking down barriers and supporting individuals to achieve their employment goals. This is a role where your professionalism, adaptability and creativity will directly contribute to changing lives and improving communities.
Your responsibilities will include:
· Working closely with clients to identify their skills, strengths and career aspirations.
· Developing tailored employment pathways and supporting clients to secure and sustain suitable roles.
· Providing practical support, such as interview preparation, travel training, and confidence-building activities.
· On the job coaching, training clients in their workplace to independence
· Engaging with a broad network of local and national employers to create new and impactful employment opportunities.
· Promoting inclusive workplace practices and advocating for positive change.
We are looking for someone who:
· Is professional, empathetic and highly organised.
· Can build strong, trust-based relationships with clients and employers.
· Is driven to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives.
· Holds a full driving licence and has daily access to a vehicle.
Why Join Us:
· Be part of a service with over 23 years of proven success and a reputation as the most successful supported employment service in England.
· Work alongside a dedicated and experienced team who are passionate about inclusion and opportunity.
· Benefit from competitive rates of pay, a generous mileage allowance, and ongoing professional development opportunities.
· Contribute to a service that makes a tangible difference to individuals, families, employers and communities.
If you are ready to use your skills to make a lasting impact, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Apply today and help us shape a more inclusive and equitable employment landscape.
Please apply online or send your CV details to ash.cooper@rbwm.gov.uk
Working for Optalis you will also receive a range of benefits, including:
· A Perkbox rewards package offering discounts on cinema, shopping, health, travel and insurance
· 25 days annual leave (pro rata) rising annually to a maximum of 30 days with 8 bank holidays, and an extra day off for your birthday
· An additional health and wellbeing day
· A comprehensive paid training and development programme
· Excellent career progression opportunities and support
· As a valued and integral member of the team you will have a voice in the service and forums to be heard and make a difference
· STAR awards – a reward scheme which recognises staff who have gone the extra mile
· A generous pension scheme
Optalis is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our staff and customers. All successful applicants will be required to undertake a DBS check and will need to provide proof of their right to work in the UK.
We anticipate this being a popular role and therefore reserve the right to close early should there be a large volume of applications. We would therefore advise not to wait until the closing date to submit your interest.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The DBS clearance level required is Enhanced with Adult Barred list.
For advice and information on disclosing criminal records you can contact Nacro’s support service on 0300123 1999 or helpline@nacro.org.uk
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