AddressContract Type: Permanent
Salary/Pro Rata: £23,800 from April 2024
Hours Available: 37 hours per week
Location/Base: Wymondham, Norfolk
About the role:
We are looking to recruit an RF Works Senior Coach (Support Worker) for our Poppy’s Pantry site in Wymondham, one of seven social businesses operating within Realise Futures across Suffolk and Norfolk.
Poppy’s Pantry Wymondham is a wholefoods and household products shop and little café specialising in ethically sourced goods. It is based on our award-winning store in Woodbridge Suffolk.
Realise Futures is more than a Social Enterprise – it’s about people. Our aim is to improve and promote the economic and social wellbeing of those who are disadvantaged and/or disabled.
A day at Poppy’s Pantry provides our wellbeing placements with purpose and opportunity to develop – if you are someone who can adapt your style and methods to meet individual needs then we’d love to hear from you.
Do you have a working knowledge of the Social Care sector and an understanding of safeguarding. Can you develop trusted relationships with vulnerable adults that promotes choice and control fits with Realise Futures values.
You will share our ethos that adults with disabilities are enabled to use their voice by choosing and regulating their own support towards independence and wellbeing, with employment as a realistic goal. You will be part of a team delivering collaborative, holistic and person-centred activities in a real work setting.
Your commitment to providing a safe, friendly and people-focussed service is an essential ingredient to us.
A copy of the job description can be found on the vacancy post.
As part of our commitment to you, we offer competitive salaries and a range of benefits that recognise the need for a sensible work/life balance.
For an informal discussion only, please contact Clare Stiles on 07872 002793
or 01953 439020 or via Clare.Stiles@realisefutures.org.
Planned Interview Date: Monday 8th April 2024
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.
The company is organised in three departments, Learning, Coaching & Advice, Employment and RF Works (seven distinct Social Businesses).
Together they 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. This role is subject to a DBS check.
We will offer you:
Realise Futures is proud to be a mindful employer that offers a range of employee benefits including flexible working arrangements
(where business needs allow), 25 days annual leave (in addition to recognised bank holidays) and an occupational pension scheme.
Should you be successful in your interview, you will be subject to Right to Work in the UK checks prior to employment.
This role is subject to a DBS check.
How to apply:
To apply, please complete the online application form by clicking the blue ‘Apply Now’ button by following the link to the vacancy post.
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
(six distinct Social Businesses). Together they provide professional and tailored opportunities that support people to realise their potential.
Realise Futures: Enhancing People’s Lives
To apply please press the Apply Now button at the bottom of the page to be taken to our job site.
