Employment Coach - Support Employment Service, Wokingham

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.

Wokingham Berkshire.

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.