Job Coach for SEND Supported Internships - Part-time - Special Needs Position

Fortis Trust

• Ref:KCC-F87-17-S
• Posted:19/05/2025
• Pay:£22,216 to £ 27,406 plus £1,491 SEN, Pro Rata
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:13/06/2025 at 09:30
• Interviews:TBC

Advert

We are seeking to appoint an inspiring, highly motivated individual who will be able to coach, mentor and nurture interns in the development of their work related skills and experiences as part of our Supported Internship Programme.

You will be instrumental in furthering the magic we create in this very successful part of our Trust provision for young adults in the 16 - 25 age range with a range of Special educational needs.

The successful candidate should be a good communicator and have excellent interpersonal skills. They will be able to engage effectively with students, colleagues, employers and Parents/Carers. 

The role will involve the provision of support to interns with a disability helping them develop the skills to perform and learn their role through job accuracy, efficiency and safe working practices. They may also assist with helping the intern acclimatise to their new working environment, and in building their confidence and resilience. There may also be the opportunity to support students with travel training in support of the development of life long skills.

Another vital aspect of the role will be will in supporting employers and other workers to become confident in working with and supporting interns to carry out their duties. We are looking for an individual who has the vision and a drive to promote fair access to employment and enable young people to take their first steps towards independence. 

The successful candidate will be provided with individualised professional support and induction; including accessing further professional qualifications as required.

We would encourage interested applicants to arrange a visit to our provision, as we are confident that such an opportunity will convince them that they would really love to support Forward2Employment interns in taking their next steps into the world of work!

Staff at Forward2Employment have access to the Fortis Trust package of benefits, which includes a wide range of professional development opportunities, and wellbeing support. Staff can also join the salary sacrifice for cycle to work or car maintenance. As a Mindful Employer organization, we also encourage staff to take part in regular ‘wellbeing days’ during the year.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record check via the DBS system (for Children & Vulnerable Adults).  We are an equal opportunities employer.

For an application form and further information please see the vacancies section on our website www.forward2employment.co.uk  or contact: Mrs Emma Haas (01634 683990 or office@forward2employment.co.uk)

Information about the federation

Fortis Trust strives to provide high quality education as a result of strong partnerships between its academies, institutions and local partners. We support and assist schools in enhancing existing talents and strengths, ensuring all children achieve highly in their academic and personal development. Our curriculums are child-centred; tailored to the needs and aspirations of each partner school and their children.

Bradfields Academy is an outstanding Specialist SEND Academy, for children with learning needs and associated disabilities aged 4-19 years. Bradfields Academy has been recognised as a highly innovative and forward thinking academy involved in SEN educational development at a local and national level. Located in Walderslade, Kent and situated within easy reach of local transport.

Forward2Employment works alongside Fortis Trust to support young people, with Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND), in Medway, Kent and the South East to find permanent and purposeful employment.

We passionately believe that all young people should be given the opportunity to work in their local community, to feel valued and have a place in society.

We provide Supported Internships for young adults. Supported Internships are a structured study programme based primarily at a place of employment.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Lesley Harris
• Address:Bradfields Academy,
  Churchill Avenue,
  Chatham ,
  Chatham ,
  Kent,
  ME5 0LB
• Telephone: 01634 683990
• Email: lesley.harris@fortistrust.co.uk

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