Employability Support Worker
We have a unique opportunity to provide practical support for work‑led and experience‑based learning for adults with disabilities. The role is part of the Supporting into Work projects in Fenland, supporting trainees in the running of community cafes.
This is a part‑time role of 20.5 hours per week, worked over three days (typically 8.50am – 4pm, with some flexibility based on service need). No sponsorship will be offered as the role does not meet the salary requirements.
Responsibilities
- Support individuals to gain the skills and experience needed to move into voluntary or paid work.
- Provide practical support, training and encouragement so trainees can build on their own skills and abilities while respecting individual needs and choices.
- Assist trainees in running community cafes: preparing and serving food and drinks, handling payments, and promoting excellent customer service.
- Bake cakes and pastries as required.
- Respond promptly to emergency situations or challenges, assessing risk levels for service users and others.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Awareness of working with people with learning and/or physical disabilities.
- Experience in a customer‑facing role with a history of promoting skills for those with disabilities.
- Flexible and adaptable, able to support the service as it grows.
- Demonstrated baking skills (cakes and pastries); this will be tested during the interview.
EEO and Safeguarding
Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Benefits
- A comprehensive wellbeing package covering all aspects of wellbeing, both in and out of work (access for family).
- Buy up to 4 weeks additional annual leave via a salary sacrifice scheme (pro‑rata).
- Flexible bank holiday arrangements.
- Additional voluntary contributions to pension with tax and National Insurance savings.
- Access to development opportunities, apprenticeships and qualified coaches for professional growth.
- Paid volunteering hours each year.
- Peer Support Groups through the IDEAL staff equality, diversity and inclusion network.
- Employee Recognition Awards.
- Our Cambs Rewards account for discounts and access to Car Lease and Cycle to Work schemes.
Contact
For more information or to discuss this opportunity, please contact Kayleigh Carroll at 07776 679496.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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