At a Glance
- Tasks: Empower individuals facing barriers to achieve their career goals through coaching and mentoring.
- Company: North Lanarkshire Council, dedicated to inclusivity and support for disabled individuals.
- Benefits: 27 days annual leave, flexible working, and extensive learning opportunities.
- Other info: Guaranteed interviews for disabled applicants and care-experienced individuals.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your own skills.
- Qualifications: SVQ level 3/HNC or equivalent in Health or related field.
North Lanarkshire Council Supported Enterprise Service is dedicated to empowering disabled people and individuals facing barriers by providing the support and resources they require to thrive in their personal and professional lives. We believe in fostering an inclusive, supporting, nurturing environment where disabled people and individuals facing barriers can reach their full potential.
We are seeking a dynamic, compassionate, and motivated individual to join our team. The successful candidate will work closely with disabled people and individuals facing barriers, helping them navigate the challenges of entering employment, developing their skills, and achieving their career goals. The role involves providing personalised coaching, mentoring and practical support to ensure everyone can reach their goals and potential.
Key responsibilities:
- Providing one-to-one coaching and mentoring
- Developing individualised career plans and goal setting
- Assisting with job applications and interview preparation
- Building and maintaining relationships with local employers
- Advocating for reasonable adjustments where required within employment
- Monitoring and evaluating client progress
- Maintaining records and working closely with a range of partners
You will be educated to SVQ level 3/HNC or equivalent in a Health-related field.
North Lanarkshire Council offers a great package of benefits, including 27 days annual leave and 6 public holidays, as well as a wide range of benefits available to you. We also provide a full package of learning and development through our learning academy LearnNL to help you reach your full potential and further your career.
North Lanarkshire Council is committed to being a Disability Confident Leader and offers a guaranteed interview to applicants who consider themselves to be disabled, as long as they meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description. We have also adopted the Armed Forces Community Covenant to show our support for service personnel, veterans and their families.
North Lanarkshire Council is committed to #KeepingThePromise, which means that if you have ever been in care, you are entitled to a guaranteed interview for this post, as long as you meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description.
The Plan for North Lanarkshire is to be the place to live, learn, work, invest and visit. The Council recognises that work is an important part of adult life and is critical to our wellbeing and shaping how we live.
Alternative Application Packs can be requested in other formats, such as Large Print, Braille, and Audio. To request an alternative Application Pack please phone 01698 403151.
***PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT ACCEPT CVS IN PLACE OF THE APPLICATION FORM. TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY YOU MUST ENSURE AN APPLICATION FORM IS SUBMITTED. ANY CV SUBMISSIONS WILL BE DISREGARDED.***
Job Coach Supported Employment - REQ06187 - 476892 employer: North Lanarkshire Council
North Lanarkshire Council is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment, particularly for those in the Supported Employment sector. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, we offer generous benefits including 27 days of annual leave, flexible working options, and extensive learning and development opportunities through our LearnNL academy. Our focus on empowering individuals facing barriers ensures that you will be part of a meaningful mission, making a real difference in the community while advancing your career.
