Supported Internships Coordinator  

Imagine Independence is a charity with a positive approach to mental health which works to promote opportunities for people to live a full and independent life. We are proud to have the support of up to 150 volunteers and over 200 staff members to help those who need us.

Job Title: Supported Internships Coordinator                                        

Ref: 17/44

37.5 Hours per Week

Responsible to: Employment Services Manager

Salary: £23,480 per annum

Duration: To be confirmed, between September 2017 and June 2018, looking to extend   depending upon the development of the programme

Contract of Employment: Fixed Term

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for Imagine to deliver a Supported Internship programme in Sefton. The successful candidate will be responsible for the line-management of a team of Job Coaches supporting young adults with learning difficulties/disabilities or special educational needs in work experience placements with local employers. The role includes engagement with programme partners including intake colleges, employers and stakeholders.  The successful candidate will coordinate the day-to-day activities of the Job Coaches including collecting and collating updates on student’s progress and reporting back to stakeholders.

Our benefits include a generous holiday allowance, contributory pension scheme and career development opportunities.

For further details and to download an application form and job description, please visit our website: www.imagineindependence.org.uk

Completed application forms are to be returned by no later than the closing date/time to Emma Windle either by email to ewindle@imagineindependence.org.uk or post to 25 Hope Street, Liverpool, L1 9BQ. Please note that we shortlist from received application forms only, we do not accept CVs.

These posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory DBS check

Closing date for applications: 12pm, 4^th August 2017

Interviews are currently scheduled to take place on the 14^th and 15^th August in Sefton.

Imagine Independence aims to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.

Registered Charity No. 1010203