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Autism Support Coach

The overall objective of the service is to provide time-limited support to autistic adults to prevent, reduce and delay the number of autistic adults needing a formal social care assessment.

Details

  • Created 03 March 2025
  • Closing date 31 March 2025
  • Pay £28,000 per year
  • Hours 37 per week
  • Reference 088-25
  • Working Pattern Full Time
  • Vacancy Category Direct care and support worker roles
  • Service type Social enterprise
  • Area Breckland and Thetford Forest Broadland and Broads Great Yarmouth King’s Lynn and West Norfolk North Norfolk Norwich South Norfolk and Waveney Valley
  • Service users Adults (18-64 years) with learning needs Adults (18-64 years) with mental health needs Adults (18-64 years) with physical or sensory needs
  • Driving licence required Yes
  • Overseas Sponsorship Licence Offered No
  • Does the role involve personal care? No

Description

Autism Norfolk team are seeking applications from everyone but wishes to encourage applications from male candidates on the basis that they are underrepresented in the team to address this and be proportionate.

The post holder will deliver a person-centred approach, providing a bridge for participants to break down barriers in accessing other services to achieve their desired outcomes.

Realise Futures is committed to offering continuous training and development to all colleagues and recognise the importance of investing in an individual's growth and professional development.

To download a copy of the full job description, click here
For an informal discussion regarding this role please contact: Ria Towill Ria.Towill@realisefutures.org

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

About us:

The purpose of Realise Futures is to improve the wellbeing, mental health and employability of
disabled and disadvantaged people whilst contributing to the economy in our communities.
Realise Futures operates as a hybrid company combining commercial trade with personal &
government funded public services. Our aim is to create opportunities for people to succeed in work,
learning and life through four company departments, Learning Coaching & Advice,
Employment and RF Works (seven distinct Social Businesses) and Central (internal core infrastructure).

We provide professional and tailored opportunities that support people to realise their potential. As one of the largest Community Interest
Companies in the East of England, we employ approximately 230 staff, 40% of which have a declared disability.

Realise Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults,
young people, and children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We are an equal opportunities employer.

Realise Futures is proud to be a mindful employer that offers a range of employee benefits including;

Flexible working arrangements (where business needs allow)
Performance related pay increase system as part of the appraisal process
45p per mile expenses (cars, first 10,000 miles, excluding commute)
Appreciation Award if successfully nominated: £150 per individual OR £500 shared across your team
Annual Colleague Awards event at our AGM.
25 days annual leave (in addition to recognised bank holidays)
Additional day of paid leave around your birthday
Additional paid wellbeing day
3 days additional annual leave after 3 years' service
An additional day's paid leave on the day that you celebrate a 5-year work anniversary with Realise Futures
Disability leave policy that is separate from Sickness Absence
A confidential counselling service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to you and members of your immediate family
Trained First Aid Mental Health First Aiders
Cycle to Work scheme
Occupational pension scheme
Realise Futures: Enhancing People's Lives.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview candidates who meet the essential criteria prior to the closing date and / or to close the opportunity to applicants once we receive sufficient applications.

Closing Date: Monday 31st March 2025

Interview Date: Thursday 3rd April 2025

How to apply:

If you have any further queries, or difficulties in completing the Application Form, please email: Recruitment@realisefutures.org

Realise Futures CIC -A company operating across Suffolk and Norfolk combining commercial trade of products and services alongside work placements, employment and training opportunities.
The primary aim of the business is to improve and promote the economic and social wellbeing of those who are disadvantaged and/or disabled. The company is organised in three divisions,
Learning and Development, Employment and RF Works (seven distinct Social Businesses).
Together they provide professional and tailored opportunities that support people to realise their potential.
Realise Futures: Enhancing People's Lives.

Job Benefits

  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee award scheme
  • Employee support line
  • Enhanced annual leave
  • Flexible working hours
  • Free enhanced DBS check
  • Refer a friend Scheme
  • Well-being initiatives

Locations

Home based with travel around Norfolk

Contact details

Name Realise Futures CIC

Address WHITEHOUSE ENTERPRISES
LOVETOFTS DRIVE
IPSWICH
IP1 5NZ
United Kingdom

Website https://www.realisefutures.org/

Realise Futures CIC

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