Job Vacancy: Autism Support Coach
Job Ref: 088-25
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Salary: £28,000
- Hours Available: 37 Hours per week
- Location/ Base: Home base with travel in Norfolk
The Autism Support coach role sits within the Learning Coaching & Advice department. 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.
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.
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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:
To apply, please complete the Online Application Form by clicking the blue ‘Apply Now’ button below.
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.
