AddressAre you looking for an opportunity to work creatively with people and be part of a forward thinking, innovative and progressive team supporting people with a learning disability and /or autism into paid work? I-work is part of the Maximising Independence Service (MIS) which focuses on early resolution, prevention, promoting independence, wellbeing and employment for all people. We work creatively and draw from a wide range of sources to improve outcomes for people using a strengths-based approach. You will need to be a skilled communicator for this role as our work is focused on having good quality conversations with people and employers who need our help and support. We actively listen to understand what is important to the person, what their strengths are and how we can build on these. To be successful in this role you need to put the person at the very heart of everything you do and identify options and solutions to help people achieve their goals.
This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and highly motivated individual to join the i-work team working across Nottinghamshire to support adults with learning disabilities and autism into paid work. You will be responsible for brokering opportunities with employers, as well as working closely with people to deliver 1 to 1 support in job search, application, travel, interviews and work-based support and training. You must be a flexible and reliable team member, able to work on your own initiative. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential, as is having access to a vehicle and being able to drive. A taxi service will be provided where disability precludes this.
If you would like further information or an informal chat about the role please contact i-work’s Employment Coordinator - Darren Stapleton on 0115 8043931
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Disabled applicants who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview. A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.
Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.
Therefore, the County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.
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