Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Progression to Learning & Work department as a Supported Internship Coordinator


The Supported Internship Coordinator will be working in partnership with a main employer and others to support and guide a range of learners with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) on their Supported Internship study programme. The programme is fully immersed within the host business. The coordinator will manage the programme by liaising with the host employer and other external organisations. They will also deliver work skills to enable the learners to excel. Close liaison with families is also an essential part of this role. Success is measured by the number of learners entering full time competitive paid employment.

Responsibilities include:

Carry out preparation and reflection workshops, support and guide interns to develop employability skills and promote independence to work within an integrated employment setting.

Work alongside the employer, mentor where relevant, job coach and teaching assistant to contribute to the interns' development of employability and other skills within their workplace setting

To raise the profile of Project Search in employer organisations by showcasing the benefits and positive outcomes Project Search offers to interns and employers

Liaise with the job coach, employer, parents, carers, intern, and internal/external agencies and professionals to plan and implement the appropriate support on an ongoing basis and in relation to their job role. Review and adapt as required.

Undertake reporting and management tasks relating to the requirements of external partners.

Attend appropriate DFN Project SEARCH team meetings and area meetings producing agendas and minutes, representing the college at the host employer

Promote and encourage the use of assistive technologies and the College's Virtual learning environment to help foster independence, employability, maths and English skills and prepare the intern for the world of work

Prepare and adapt resources to meet individual requirements, sharing information with relevant parties

Ensure interns are referred to the appropriate internal and external support agencies where applicable




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The Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will be learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.

Education & Training

A Level 3 Qualification

GCSE 4-9 (A- C) or nationally recognised level 2 qualification in Maths and English or equivalent. (e.g. CSE 1, O Level A - C) Or prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2

Experience

Experience of working directly with young people with high needs.

Experience of managing relationships with external organisations

Experience of using IT, e-mail, internet, word-processing and spreadsheet packages accurately and with good attention to detail

Experience of working directly with young people with high needs.

Experience of managing relationships with external organisations

Experience of using IT, e-mail, internet, word-processing and spreadsheet packages accurately and with good attention to detail




For an informal discussion about the role, please email recruit@bradfordcollege.ac.uk





We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest and number of applications so early application is advised.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES

We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not forward any unsolicited CVs in relation to any of our advertised roles or speculatively. If we require support with any of our vacancies, we will get in touch with agencies directly.





We do not recognise submissions of unsolicited or speculative CV applications from recruitment agencies.

We shall not be liable for any fee /commission in the event we employ a candidate that may have been submitted as an unsolicited/speculative application from an uninstructed recruitment agency.

Bradford College

At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.





Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. Undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications to distance learning and short community courses.





We aim to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference in the lives of everyone at Bradford College.

Benefits of working at Bradford College:

Generous annual leave entitlement - equivalent to 30 days of holidays, plus bank holidays

Additional college closure days, including 2-week Christmas closure

Local government pension scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution

Annual salary reviews

Career progression opportunities - 54% of all vacancies are filled internally

Free sports and gym facilities

Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space

Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders

Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback

Discounts on greener travel - cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts

Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa

On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant

A host of training development opportunities

Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025

The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.




If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.




Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.





We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with our statutory safeguarding requirements detailed in Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, health screening and social media search.





Please be aware it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children and vulnerable adults.