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

22 hours per week (Wednesday, Thursdays and Fridays)

FTE 26,355.08p.a.

Maidenhead (RBWM) Berkshire.

Do you have what it takes to engage with, encourage and support people to achieve sustained employment that meets their aspirations and goals?

We are looking for a dynamic, organised and self-motivated person to support individuals with learning disabilities and Autistic people.

As an Employment Coach you will play a vital role in increasing employment opportunities, breaking down barriers and promoting inclusion in the workplace. You will need to be creative, adaptable and driven to make meaningful impact on people’s lives.

As an Employment Coach you will proactively work with clients to develop their employment skills, both in practical and office settings. This will include supporting clients in discovering their employment skills and abilities, identifying bespoke employment opportunities and pathways, preparing for interviews, travel training and enable empowering decision making for clients.

With over 23 years’ experience, you will join a team with a proven track record of enabling our clients to fulfil their employment potential. We have a vast amount of local and national employer contacts, and you can be part of growing the number, increasing exposure and generating sustainable, purposeful and impactful employment opportunities.

By applying, you could soon be playing a key role in second most successful supported employment service in England.

If you have what it takes to join us, we’ll reward you with competitive rates of pay, a generous mile mileage allowance (you’ll need a current driving licence and daily use of a car).