Total 3 Internship job vacancies in Slough, Berkshire, SL6 0AA

We're all here to make a positive difference to people with learning disabilities and/or autism in the Bath area.

The post holder will be part of the Supported Internship programme working in partnership with BCP Council and an Education provider to deliver the specific Supported Internship programme to interns.

The Supported Internship trainer provides individualised support for interns during the internship rotation in order for the interns to acquire competitive and marketable skills.

The post holder will be based at Poole College and work within the community with multiple employers. Interns are young adults who have a learning disability and / or autism. Interns are recruited by all three parties over the summer months, in readiness to start the programme in September. This role works to the academic year so is mainly term time.

The successful candidates will work term time only which equates to 41 working weeks. This will offer the successful candidate a good work life balance.

The hours are 33.42 when working during term time and the pro-rata salary equates to £23,825.95. Full time salary £26,734.68

Interviews will take place face to face on the 22nd November.

About the role

- To facilitate the training and integration of a student with disabilities in a worksite rotation and/or competitive work environment.

- Communicates effectively with the skills trainers, internship department managers /mentors, co-workers, family members, and college personnel as it relates to the student being trained.

- Perform specific task analysis, especially when students are challenged to learn and perform tasks to a productive and quality level.

- Assist with completing the Vocational Profile to determine the abilities of the intern, the demands of the internship tasks and assist the team to make meaningful matches

About you

The successful applicant will have:

- Experience of supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism

- The ability to use a variety of software packages (e.g. Word, Excel, Email, databases)

- Knowledge of how to respond to a variety of situations and problem solve using own initiative.

- Experience of meeting targets and deadlines

Rewards

Discovery are committed to developing skills and rewarding our staff. We offer:

- Potential term time contract available

- Access to discounts on high street shopping, cinema tickets and meals out

- Employee Assistance Programme

- Supported 'Learn to Drive' scheme (up to 10 driving lessons paid for by us)

- Pension scheme

- Long Service Awards

- Life Assurance

Who we are

Discovery exists to help each person we support to live a fulfilling life, to be equal in society and to be active in his or her local community. That's a big deal. It means being able to have choice and control in life. It means choosing to go out or to stay in, making friends and having relationships, finding and developing skills and interests. It also means managing a home, voting, staying healthy and being able to pursue employment or volunteering opportunities. If you think you can help the people we support get more from life, in a direct support or office based role, we want to hear from you.

Apply now:

So if you would like to be a part of our team and if you feel that your values match ours, please apply by clicking the button below - upload your CV and we will be in touch. You could soon be making a positive difference every day.

If you want more information or just an informal chat about Discovery and the roles we have available - please contact our friendly Resourcing Team on 0300 303 9202 or drop us an email discoveryresourcing@discovery-uk.org

This role requires an enhanced DBS Disclosure, which will be obtained for you by Discovery.

Discovery is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. Discovery are Disability Confident Committed and we guarantee to interview all applicants who let us know they have a disability and meet the minimum essential criteria for this role. Discovery has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees. As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application in our offices using assistive technology.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Dimensions is proud to be one of very few social care organisations that are accredited by the Great Places to Work programme in 2023 - now 5 years in a row!

The purpose of this role is to deliver outstanding training to colleagues across our workforce, helping equip them with the knowledge and skills to provide high quality support.

You will be one of a small team of skilled trainers delivering a range of virtual and in-person training. We have a core curriculum of training which requires instructor-led support and this new team will be at the forefront of delivering that.

The successful candidate will deliver Oliver McGowan mandatory training, induction of new starters, Medication and PROACT-SCIPr-UK® training.

This is a varied role, and trainers will also become accredited to deliver a range of specialist training to enable our colleagues to work safely, confidently and effectively with the people we support.

Although the role is home-based, there will be a requirement for regular travel to deliver in-person training, working with other trainers and subject specialists. Trainers will have the benefit of working as part of a fun and supportive team, with ongoing opportunities to meet and work with a wide range of Dimensions Group colleagues.

The successful candidate will cover Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Lincolnshire, London, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire. You will need to live in one of these areas to maximise your training days.

Trainers will also benefit from access to ongoing professional development and opportunities to make a meaningful difference and tangible contribution to our aim of delivering better lives for more people.

Interviews will take place on the 4th & 5th June via Microsoft Teams.

About the role

Your main duties will include:

- Deliver instructor-led training programmes in-person and virtually, in line with agreed curriculums, standards and timeframes.

- Support where appropriate and necessary the ongoing review and updating of training materials and resources.

- Work in ongoing partnership with other key stakeholders such as family members, experts with lived experience and operational teams to ensure that agreed best practice in involvement and engagement is consistently followed.

- Collect, monitor, review and report on trends and themes arising from evaluation of any training delivered, agreeing any necessary adjustments with the Essential Training & Helpdesk Manager.

About you

The successful applicant will have:

- Experience of training delivery on a regular basis

- Good current knowledge of key training requirements affecting social care

- Experience of working effectively as part of a small busy team and ensuring great working relationships are forged.

- Evaluating impact of training and how effectively knowledge and skills developed are being applied in practice.

The rewards

- Monthly essential car allowance will be paid

- Up to 35 days' annual leave entitlement (including bank holidays)

- Staff discount shopping scheme 'Rewarding Dimensions'

- We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday.

- Employee Assistance Programme

- Pension scheme

- Long Service Awards

- Qualification scheme

- Employee recognition scheme 'Inspiring People'

- Discounted health and dental cover

- Life Assurance

- Bike to Work Scheme

- Season Ticket Loan

For more information visit www.dimensions-uk.org/careers

Apply now

- We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce.

- As Disability Confident Leaders, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees

- As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150.

- We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruitment communications.

- We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

Base Location: You will be based in one of our UK Training Centres at Thatcham or Perth

Salary: £44,195 - £50,611 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

As an Internal Quality Assurance Verifier, you'll play a pivotal role in managing the quality assurance of training and assessments within our training centres, overseeing externally accredited qualifications such as Streetworks (NRSWA) Training and technical apprenticeships. The main responsibilities of the role include:

- Coordinating and monitoring assessments carried out at our training centres and other business locations ensuring that the qualification scheme and awarding body requirements are implemented consistently by the assessment teams.

- Maintaining accurate reports and records of verification activity to allow for auditing by the external verifier and providing appropriate information and records to the external verifier to demonstrate that the quality assurance requirements of the awards are met.

- Liaising with awarding body external verifiers and auditors in maintaining accreditation as an approved provider of training and assessment for the centre fulfilling the role of centre coordinator.

- Arranging assessor standardisation reviews and observations as well as maintaining records of standardisation evidence for external verification.

- Supporting in the development of and ensure compliance with assessment plans and procedures for the completion of power apprenticeship End Point Assessments with evidence collated for external review panels or auditors. You will work with the technical training managers to implement and maintain the same standards of compliance for internally awarded certifications, as for externally accredited qualifications.

As Internal Quality Assurance Verifier, you'll need to have sufficient occupational and technical competence to carry out the role and be confirmed as competent by any associated awarding bodys external verifier. You'll be able to operate within the safety culture and values of SSE and be able to promote these across the team so good communication skills are essential. You'll have good technical knowledge that can support the assessing and verification process for all required qualifications and be flexible to travel regularly within the UK to our delivery locations to monitor training and assessment activity.

To be considered for this role, we would also love you to have:

- Vocational experience working within the Power or Utilities Sector, including working on the highway.

- Experience in quality assurance and verification of accredited qualifications including auditing.

- Hold or be working towards a Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Process and Practice and a Level 3 Award in Education and Training as well as NRSWA Supervisor Units.

- Proficiency in the use of IT equipment and Microsoft packages to maintain records and produce reports with a focus on sustainable ways of working to maximise the use of digital systems.

- Ability to work both individually and as part of a team, adapting to a changing workload and be able to prioritise tasks effectively.

SSE Human Resources is made up of several operational and specialist teams who strive to help the business to design, develop and deliver their people strategies. We partner with the business to provide expert advice on all people matters, enabling them to get the best out of their teams and equip them to meet the changing demands of our business now, and in the future.

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Louise on 01738 351671.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.