Apprentice Career Coach

Role and resposibilities will include:

Manage a caseload of clients, with appropriate support, to provide a range of information, advice, support and advocacy to improve outcomes for service users Manage the client caseload in line with relevant legislation, quality standards and best practice Coordinate delivery and activities for service users to meet their needs and to improve education, employment and training outcomes Undertake accurate and timely recording in order to ensure the safety of the organisation and our clients Maintain strong relationships with partners to improve outcomes for clients Apply co-production principles to ensure the user's voice is represented Apply the consistent application of all relevant policies and procedures, including safeguarding, health & safety and equality & diversity, to ensure a compliant service Undertake any other duties to meet service and organisational objectives, following consultation with your manager To undertake an Employability Practitioner Level 4 apprenticeship Undertake apprenticeship training to provide a range of career guidance and support services for young people and/or adults

 

Training:
On-the-job training delivered by the employer Apprentices without Level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the end-point assessment. For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement, the apprenticeships English and mathematics minimum requirement is Entry Level 3 Allocation of an apprenticeship delivery coach who will carry out regular training Assessment and support visits to ensure you acquire new learning, knowledge, skills and behaviours in order to progress and develop Identify, track and support 6 hours of off-the-job training activities Quarterly formal progress review meetings, identifying learning achievements and next steps

Training Outcome:

Positive Steps are committed to clear internal progression pathways adopting a “Grow your own” pathway and developing career pathways that encourage retention.

Career Progression can include progression to Level 6 Career Adviser qualifications and roles.

Employer Description:
Positive Steps is a charitable trust that delivers a range of targeted and integrated services for young people, adults and families that recognises the diversity of the people with whom we work. This offer allows us to provide holistic support and create better outcomes and experiences for those we work with. Our teams consist of apprentices, engagement workers, coaches and career advisers. The Careers and Education Directorate work with young people both pre and post 16. Delivering career guidance in schools and working with those young people post 16 who are Not in Education Employment or Training (NEET) by providing a combination of careers guidance and practical support including mentoring, coaching and transition support.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday – 36 hours per week. Core opening hours 9-5 although we do offer flexible working.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience