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 two councils - it is not a private provider or an employment agency, and we do not offer sponsorship.
Employment Coach - Support Employment Service - Wokingham
22.5 hours per week (Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays) FTE = £28,939.37
Pro-rata annual salary = £17,598.27 (22.5hrs)
Optalis Employment Coach. Empowering People, Transforming Futures.
Do you have the skills, commitment and passion to help people achieve sustainable employment and fulfil their career aspirations?
We are looking for a motivated, organised and proactive Employment Coach to join our high-performing team on a part-time basis. In this rewarding role, you will support individuals covered under the Equality Act 2010, including unpaid carers, to access meaningful, sustainable employment opportunities.
As an Employment Coach, you will play a key role in promoting inclusion, removing barriers to employment and empowering individuals to achieve their goals. This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference, using your professionalism, adaptability and creativity to transform lives and strengthen communities.
Key Responsibilities
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Work closely with the people we support to identify their strengths, skills, interests and career aspirations.
- Develop personalised employment plans and support individuals to secure and sustain suitable employment.
- Provide practical support, including CV development, interview preparation, travel training and confidence-building activities.
- Deliver on-the-job coaching and workplace training, enabling individuals to develop skills and achieve greater independence in their roles.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with local and national employers to create employment opportunities.
- Promote inclusive employment practices and advocate for workplace adjustments where appropriate.
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to achieving service outcomes and targets.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
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Is professional, empathetic and highly organised.
- Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Can build trust and rapport with a diverse range of individuals and employers.
- Is committed to promoting equality, inclusion and opportunity.
- Is motivated to make a meaningful and lasting impact on people's lives.
- Holds a full UK driving licence and has daily access to a vehicle.
Why Join Us?
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Become part of a service with over 24 years of proven success and a reputation as one of England's leading supported employment services.
- Work alongside a dedicated, experienced and supportive team committed to helping people achieve their potential.
- Benefit from competitive pay, generous mileage allowance and ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Enjoy a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same.
- Make a tangible difference to individuals, families, employers and communities.
Apply Today
If you are passionate about helping people overcome barriers and achieve their employment goals, we would love to hear from you. Join us in creating a more inclusive workforce and helping people build brighter futures through sustainable employment. To find out more please contact Donna Morgans (0118) 977 8629 or email:
[email protected]
Working for Optalis you will also receive a range of benefits, including:
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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 [email protected]