JOB DESCRIPTION

Hours: 35 hours per week (may include evenings and weekends where required)
Salary: £29,848
Location: Culzean, Girvan and remote within South Ayrshire
Annual Leave: 20 Days Annual Leave, 13 Days Designated Employer Holidays & 1 Birthday Day
Responsible To: Project Co-ordinator
Contract: Fixed Term to end June 2026

JOB SUMMARY:

The Project SEARCH Job Coach supports young people aged 17-29 with learning disabilities, neurodevelopmental differences and/or mental health and confidence issues in developing vocational skills and gaining work experience through supported internships. The job coach helps interns develop essential workplace skills, build confidence and achieve successful long-term employment outcomes. They are also responsible for collaborating with the other Project SEARCH partners and stakeholders, as well as potential future employers. In South Ayrshire, the Project is based at Culzean, from Girvan Youth Trust’s offices in Girvan and other sites within South Ayrshire.

MINIBUS DRIVER REQUIREMENTS

• Applicants must hold a valid driving licence with the appropriate category for minibus operation.
• Candidates should have held their licence for at least two years prior to the start date.
• Any driving endorsements or penalty points must be declared during the application process, in line with our insurance requirements.
• Applicants should not be under the age of 25, or over the age of 70 at the time of employment commencement, in accordance with our insurance policy.
  Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
  Contract length: 8 months
  Pay: £29,848.00 per year

Application question(s):

• Are you available to attend an interview on Friday 26th September
• Are you able to drive a minibus as per requirements listed on job description
• This role will require travel around South Ayrshire on a regualr basis, please confirm if you are willing and able to travel independently to multiple job sites

Work Location: In perso

• Assess the skills of each intern, gathering baseline data and monitor progress.
• Maintain detailed records of intern progress and daily reports on work experiences.
• Ensure DFN Project Search online portal is kept up to date.
• Drive the Project Search minibus on a regular basis
• Attend regular DFN Project Search inset learning days (online).
• Assist interns in understanding and performing job tasks at internship sites, creating checklists and tools to facilitate their learning.
• Teach essential job tasks, duties, and core skills to interns, providing modifications and accommodations as needed.
• Assist interns in job searching techniques, interview skills, CV writing and job applications
• Develop positive relationships with interns, families, and business partners to create a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Facilitate regular group sessions to promote peer learning and skill development.
• Advocate for participants’ needs and help them overcome barriers to employment.
• Collaborate with other support agencies and services to facilitate successful transitions into the workforce.
• Collaborate with Project SEARCH partners to ensure all aspects of the programme are working in aligned to best support each individual.
• Provide education and training to the Host Business employees regarding supporting people with disabilities in the workplace as necessary.
• Assist in the recruitment of the next year’s cohort of interns.
• Assist in the upkeep of the projects social media channels
• Work to secure future potential placements
• Work to improve Project Search’s network in Girvan and surrounding areas
• Contribute to Girvan Youth Trust’s other employability support programmes such as pupil interview skills days at secondary schools.
• Ensure that all practices and procedures comply with current legislative requirements as well as Girvan Youth Trust’ ethos.
• Participate and attend relevant meetings both internally and externally.
• Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as identified through the development of Girvan Youth Trust.