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Skills Coach

Mencap

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Overview

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.
£28,706
per year
Full time, Permanent
(37.5 hours per week)
Northampton

Key information

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're seeking a dedicated and self-motivated Skills Coach to join our dynamic team in Northampton - full time (37.5 hours per week) on a permanent basis. 

In this crucial role, you'll be the driving force behind our employability programs, including Supported Internships, providing tailored support to learners with Special educational needs and disability (SEND).

About the role

  • You will be accountable for learner progression in the workplace and achieving outcomes for the learner.
  • 1 to 1 job coaching.
  • Working with learners to develop employability skills and embed English and Math learning in the workplace.
  • The role aims to support people to learn the skills they need to go on and achieve sustained paid employment.


For the full job description, including the key areas of responsibilities and accountabilities, please click the 'apply now' button. 


Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion strategy is focused on achieving equality through equity – acknowledging the existence of current and historical inequalities and proactively putting in place, positive action, and adjustments to remove these barriers to equal access and opportunities for everyone we work with and for.

Requirements

  • 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 and Maths A to C or 9 to 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 Northampton area.