Opportunity Coach

Join Our Team at Corserv Care as a PROPER JOB Opportunity Coach 

Salary: £25,338 pa 

Working Hours: 37 hours per week 

Contract Type: Permanent

Base: Truro, New County Hall, TR1 3AY 

Other: Hybrid 

This role involves working with clients predominately in the Mid Cornwall area and will also include working across the county, therefore the successful person must be prepared to travel. 

Click here to read more about us and what benefits we offer.

About the role:

Do you want a job where you can truly make a difference?

Join our PROPER JOB Supported Employment Team, part of Corserv Care, where we empower adults with learning disabilities and/or autism to lead fuller, more independent lives through meaningful work experiences and employment opportunities.

As an Opportunity Coach, you'll play a vital role in supporting individuals on their journey to employment or other work-related outcomes. You'll build and nurture partnerships with clients, carers, employers, educational institutions, and statutory organisations—helping people unlock their potential and thrive in the workplace.

How the role aligns with our Corserv values:

• Committed: Opportunity Coaches are unwavering in their dedication to helping individuals achieve personal and professional goals. The role involves consistent client support, proactive job coaching, and long-term planning to ensure sustainable employment outcomes.

• Kind, Caring, and Compassionate: The role requires empathy, patience, and a deep understanding of the barriers faced by our client. Coaches build trusting relationships and provide tailored support that respects each individual's journey.

• Collaborative: Coaches work closely with families, employers, educational institutions, and statutory services. This multi-agency approach ensures coordinated support and maximises opportunities for clients.

• Reliable and Consistent: The role involves ongoing monitoring, feedback, and post-employment support, ensuring that clients receive dependable guidance throughout their employment journey.

• Inclusive: Opportunity Coaches champion diversity and inclusion by helping underrepresented individuals access the workplace. They also promote self-employment and creative pathways to independence.

• Proactive and Innovative: Coaches identify new opportunities, develop resources, and suggest service improvements—such as database enhancements—to improve outcomes and efficiency.

Role Purpose: To maximise paid employment opportunities for clients by engaging with employers, identifying sector-specific skills and standards, and providing tailored support. You will job coach, deliver group sessions, support self-employment initiatives, and collaborate with external agencies to ensure a coordinated and inclusive approach to supported employment.

What you'll be doing: 

• Supporting clients to identify and apply for appropriate paid jobs and work-related opportunities, this will include preparing for interviews and during interviews and securing feedback. 

• Job coaching and providing post-employment support to maximise job retention. 

• Planning and delivering small group sessions and creating quality resources. 

• Promoting self-employment opportunities and supporting clients to develop business plans. 

• Representing Proper Job at forums, workshops, and conferences to share best practice and strengthen partnerships. 

• Recording and evidencing client progress and outcomes.

About you: 

Qualifications & experience essential criteria: 

• A-Level/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, or considerable experience in a similar role. 

• Understanding of barriers to work faced by disabled people, especially those with learning disabilities and autism. 

• Skilled in mediation, negotiation, and working with under-represented groups. 

• Strong report writing, data analysis, and presentation skills. 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and internet research. 

• Able to work independently, prioritise workload, and manage sensitive issues. 

• Knowledge of the Cornish economy and local employment landscape. 

• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.

Qualifications & experience desirable criteria: 

• Experience supporting clients into self-employment.
• Experience working in supported employment or vocational rehabilitation.

Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of all our clients and customers. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. 

To apply: It's really easy to apply for our roles – simply click on the link below where it says APPLY to create a candidate profile, answer the screening questions and upload a CV.

Closing date: Midnight Sunday 2nd November

Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you soon