Employment Coach – Support Employment Service – Wokingham
22.5 hours per week (Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays) FTE = £28,939.37
Pro-rata annual salary = £17,598.27 (22.5hrs)
Job details
Salary: £28,939.37 FTE (£17,598.27 pro rata)
Contractual hours: 22.5
Basis: Part time
Package: Salary + Benefits
Job category/type: Adult Social Care
Date posted: 05/06/2026
Job reference: OPR0000753
Employment Coach – Support Employment Service
Optalis is the Adult Social Care delivery partner on behalf of Wokingham Borough Council and the Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead Council. Optalis is owned and funded by the two councils – it is not a private provider or an employment agency, and we do not offer sponsorship.
Optalis Employment Coach. Empowering People, Transforming Futures.
Do you have the skills, commitment and passion to help people achieve sustainable employment and fulfil their career aspirations?
We are looking for a motivated, organised and proactive Employment Coach to join our high-performing team on a part-time basis. In this rewarding role, you will support individuals covered under the Equality Act 2010, including unpaid carers, to access meaningful, sustainable employment opportunities.
As an Employment Coach, you will play a key role in promoting inclusion, removing barriers to employment and empowering individuals to achieve their goals. This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference, using your professionalism, adaptability and creativity to transform lives and strengthen communities.
Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with clients to identify their strengths, skills, interests and career aspirations.
- Develop personalised employment plans and support clients to secure and sustain suitable employment.
- Provide practical support, including CV development, interview preparation, travel training and confidence-building activities.
- Deliver on-the-job coaching and workplace training, enabling clients to develop skills and achieve greater independence in their roles.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with local and national employers to create employment opportunities for clients.
- Promote inclusive employment practices and advocate for workplace adjustments where appropriate.
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to achieving service outcomes and targets.
About You
- Is professional, empathetic and highly organised.
- Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Can build trust and rapport with a diverse range of clients and employers.
- Is committed to promoting equality, inclusion and opportunity.
- Is motivated to make a meaningful and lasting impact on people’s lives.
- Holds a full UK driving licence and has daily access to a vehicle.
Why Join Us?
- Become part of a service with over 24 years of proven success and a reputation as one of England’s leading supported employment services.
- Work alongside a dedicated, experienced and supportive team committed to helping people achieve their potential.
- Benefit from competitive pay, generous mileage allowance and ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Enjoy a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same.
- Make a tangible difference to individuals, families, employers and communities.
Apply Today
If you are passionate about helping people overcome barriers and achieve their employment goals, we would love to hear from you. Join us in creating a more inclusive workforce and helping people build brighter futures through sustainable employment. To find out more please contact Donna Morgans (0118) 977 8629 or email: josh.hancock@optalis.org
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