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1 Roby Campus Recruitment Information Pack Vacancy: Job Coach Supported Internship 37 hours per week Fixed Term until 31 August 2017 Salary up to 24,957 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience) Closing date for applications: 28 June 2016 Interview scheduled for: 4 July 2016 Princess Drive Campus Job Coach June 2016 Page 1 of 10

2 June 2016 Dear Applicant Re: Job Coach Supported Internship Thank you for your interest shown in the above vacancy available at Knowsley Community College. I trust the recruitment pack will enable you to decide whether you wish to join our College. The pack includes: 1. About Knowsley Community College 2. Vision, Mission & Objective 3. New 32 Million Campus 4. Benefits 5. Advert 6. Job Description & Person Specification Application method: Please submit an up-to-date CV, detailing previous positions held, salary level, along with a cover letter demonstrating how your experience, knowledge and skills meet the criteria outlined in the job description and person specification to: jobs@knowsleycollege.ac.uk Closing date for this vacancy is: 28 June If you are successfully shortlisted then you will be contacted and offered an interview which will be held on 4 July If you require any further information please do not hesitate in contacting a member of the HR team on Yours sincerely Julie Milad Head of HR Job Coach June 2016 Page 2 of 10

3 About Knowsley Community College Knowsley Community College is an innovative and dynamic Further Education College based in the Liverpool region. Our track record of high quality education and training from our two main campuses, as well as our partner and employer locations, makes us the bustling hub of learning and employment in the area. The College currently has about 4000 student s enrolments each year and approximately 260 teaching and support staff. The range of courses extends from Pre-Entry, GCSEs, A Levels, Diplomas and NVQs to Higher Education and professional qualifications. The College also operates in the community and on employers premises as well as providing part-time and evening course provision. The College remains one of the largest providers of Apprenticeships in Merseyside, and through its Employer Engagement Unit, responds proactively to the needs of employers across the region addressing the workforce development agenda. The College has extended the range of support available to adults who are unemployed and has established an innovative new service called WorkWorld operating from premises in Kirkby and deliver specialist courses in conjunction with JobCentre Plus and local employers. Our Vision An outstanding college at the heart of a thriving community that is first choice for learners and employers. Our Mission Raising aspirations, maximising potential and changing lives. Strategic Objectives 1. Improve teaching, learning and assessment and deliver outstanding success rates. 2. Develop a culture of high expectation and aspiration. 3. Address future employment and skills priorities to meet the needs of individuals, businesses and the local community. 4. Enhance the employability skills of all learners and encourage innovation, creativity and enterprise. 5. Increase the number of young people and adults successfully progressing into higher learning and employment. 6. Promote and embed equality and diversity in all aspects of the organisation. 7. Enhance our reputation, brand and image through effective communication and marketing. 8. Improve financial performance, diversify income sources and explore new business partnerships. 9. Transform the structure to create a responsive, efficient and effective organisation with a skilled and flexible workforce. 10. Build and maintain high-quality learning environments, IT systems and facilities. Job Coach June 2016 Page 3 of 10

4 New 32 Million Campus September 2016 will see the opening of our brand new campus. Located within walking distance of the College s Institute for Advanced Manufacturing and Technology at Princess Drive, the college will include state of the art facilities and equipment, industry standard commercial kitchens and an attractive terrace garden restaurant, multi-use games pitches, The Lee Stafford Hair Academy, a brand new home for 99.8FM KCC Live and much more. There will still be free parking for staff available. The address of the new campus is: Knowsley Community College Main Campus Stockbridge Lane Huyton, Liverpool, Merseyside L36 3SD Staff and students visiting the campus during construction Our new 32 million campus Job Coach June 2016 Page 4 of 10

5 Staff Benefits: Pension Schemes - academic staff have access to the Teachers' Pension Scheme (your employer contributes 14.1%, and you contribute 7.4% 11.7%). Business support staff have access to Merseyside Pension Fund (your employer contributes 12.7%, and you contribute between 5.5% and 9.9%). Training & Development - Employees are entitled and encouraged to further their own development. The College will look to fully or partially fund courses. Maternity and Paternity Leave - Enhanced maternity and paternity leave: Occupational maternity pay in addition to statutory maternity pay. Childcare Vouchers - Opportunity to purchase child-care vouchers through salary sacrifice scheme which provides a significant cost saving. Flexible Working - The College understands and supports the need for flexible working. Consideration is given to requests in relation to the business needs of the College. Occupational Health - consultations, support and advice including adaptations to work place, provision of specialist equipment and review of job role. Eye Care - employees who regularly use a VDU are entitled to receive a free eye sight test every two years. Fitness Centre - the College has a Fitness Centre at the Roby site which is open every day from pm, with access to instructors and personal trainers. Staff Wellbeing - The College are constantly reviewing the Wellbeing Programme offered to staff and there are regular wellbeing activities organised for College staff. Services: Bistro 36 - the College restaurant on the Roby site is run by the College s catering students and has lunch time menus on specific days of the week and themed events throughout the year. Hair & Beauty Salon and Barber Shop - are open to all staff, students and the general public. Eat Unique - is College refectory and based on the Roby site, offering healthy options and a variety of meals and refreshments at a reasonable price. Other Benefits: Medicash - the College has teamed up with Medicash to provide you with everyday healthcare cover. Free Parking - available at both the Roby and Princess Drive sites. Learning Resource Centre - all staff have access to the College s well stocked Learning Resource Centre. Staff Suggestion Scheme - staff are encouraged to share their suggestions on how we can improve. The best suggestions are reviewed every 2 months and a reward is available for those suggestions that make a real difference to the staff or students experience. Job Coach June 2016 Page 5 of 10

6 Job Coach Supported Internship 37 hours per week Fixed Term until 31 August 2017 Salary up to 24,957 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience) Knowsley Community College is working in partnership with Knowsley Council to develop a Supported Internship program of skills training to increase employment opportunities for young people with support needs. In this role you will be helping individuals to develop a work ethic and become high performing employees. The role involves supporting young people and adults with learning difficulties/disabilities in a classroom setting as well as providing individual support on learners work experience placements in Knowsley Council. You will need to have experience of supporting individuals with learning disabilities along with an ability to work with a range of partners, support agencies and employees. Application method: Please submit an up-to-date CV, detailing previous positions held if any, along with a cover letter demonstrating how your career aspirations, skills and qualifications meet the criteria outlined in the job description and person specification to: jobs@knowsleycollege.ac.uk Please refer to the job description & person specification when applying. Closing date: 28 June 2016 Interviews scheduled for: 4 July 2016 Job Coach June 2016 Page 6 of 10

7 KNOWSLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Job Coach Fixed Term until 31 August 2017 GRADE: Salary up to 24,957 depending on qualifications and experience BROAD STATEMENT OF JOB FUNCTION: To support groups of young people and adults with learning difficulties and/or disabilities in a classroom setting as well as providing 1-1 support on individual s work experience placements within Knowsley Council. Initially, this is a fixed term post with the intention of further Supported Internship programmes thereafter. RESPONSIBLE TO: Head of Faculty (Service Industries and Supported Learning) Section Manager Supported Learning Intern OTHER RELATIONSHIPS: Knowsley Council Supported Internship representatives Personal Tutors Learner Services Marketing team College staff and external stakeholders Students, Parents, Cares & External Agencies MAIN ACTIVITIES: 1. Manage individuals with a range of skills, abilities and support needs ensuring effective flexible support is provided that allows participants to successfully progress into and sustain employment. 2. Deliver training and coaching that meets the needs of all participants and ensures that targets and associated outcomes of the Supported Internship programme are achieved. 3. To support participants on the job to learn the tasks/duties and core skills that are required for each role. 4. To ensure protection of vulnerable persons and follow procedures as appropriate where issues of concern are presented. 5. To undertake vocational profiling with/for participants as part of the delivery of the Supported Internship. Job Coach June 2016 Page 7 of 10

8 6. To train individuals in specific job skills in a range of working environments within Knowsley Council. 7. To maintain regular contact with employers and monitor individuals progress in work offering ongoing support and training as required. 8. To work towards the optimum independence of the individual within the work place, ensuring an appropriate level of support at all times. 9. To carry out risk assessment and audits of work place rotations as part of training activity and work preparation. 10. To prepare information and regular updates to management in respect of performance and any operational issues likely to present a risk to the projected outcomes of service delivery. 11. To create resources/materials to assist in the participant s progress. 12. To collate evidence from placements to support the Supported Learning mentor and the participant in achieving their qualification. 13. To work with managers and colleagues of the participants to ensure positive relations are established. 14. To work with managers and co-workers to educate on disability and individual support needs. 15. To take part in student placement reviews and attend project steering meetings. 16. To support individuals with personal care and hygiene if required. OTHER ACTIVITIES: Participate in staff development activities in consultation with Line Manager. Identify own training needs. Contribute to group and team discussions on staff development. Other duties compatible with the post, as defined by the Principal or her representative. Actively promote Equality and Diversity, College Values and the Safe Learner concept. SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Must be prepared to: Work at any of the College and Council centres and travel between sites when necessary. Work up to two evenings per week and possibly some time at weekends if required This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment Job Coach June 2016 Page 8 of 10

9 KNOWSLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE - PERSON SPECIFICATION POST: Job Coach Fixed Term until 31 August 2017 *Method of Assessment: AP = Application Form, AS = Assessment, IN = Interview, PR = Presentation Experience & Knowledge: Skills: ESSENTIAL Experience of supporting individuals who face barriers in their everyday life. Experience of providing support to individuals to achieve goals and ambitions. Experience of working with a range of partners, support agencies and employers. Ability to understand the barriers that individuals with learning disabilities face when seeking employment. High standard of written and verbal skills and familiar with producing reports and maintaining records. An ability to engage positively and supportively with individuals and their families/carers. Proven teamwork, time management and organisational skills. Ability to motivate self and others and use own initiative. Ability to demonstrate an understanding of individual need and the key elements of person centred planning. DESIRABLE Experience of working with vulnerable people including those with disabilities and mental health problems. Experience of delivering person centred support. Able to demonstrate an awareness of Supported Internship programmes. Knowledge of disability equality and legislation. Risk assessment skills. Attributes: Sensitive, flexible and supportive style. Positive attitude. Self-motivated & able to work on own initiative. Ability to promote the programme to employers, professionals & family carers. Interest in continued personal training and development. *M.O. A

10 Academic / Professional: Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths. Qualification in relevant discipline (or equivalent demonstrable experience) Travel: Must be prepared to work and travel between College sites or other sites appropriate to the College business. Current driving licence. Own transport. Equality & Diversity: Must be sensitive to matters relating to discrimination in terms of race, gender, age, disability and sexual orientation with particular reference to delivery of the curriculum. IN Health & Safety Must take appropriate action to maintain a College environment conforming to the College Health and Safety of colleagues and students. IN Other: Suitable to work with young people and vulnerable adults in accordance with guidelines for Safeguarding. IN