Pathway to Work Coordinator

Location: Bromborough

Status: Permanent  

Hours: 37.5

Rate of pay: £13.40 per hour

(Job subject to 6-month internal probationary period).

An exciting career opportunity has arisen to support individuals with autism to transition into meaningful volunteer and work placements. This position is central to promoting independence, inclusion, and personal development, ensuring that each person has the opportunity to achieve their employment goals.

This job offers excellent opportunities for professional growth, as well as a fulfilling and meaningful career to provide a positive contribution to our community.   

What you will be doing…  

•          Identify and secure safe, suitable volunteer and work placement opportunities through networking, databases, social media,                   and employer outreach.

•          Develop and maintain a portfolio of placement opportunities for individuals entering the Pathway to Work stream.

•          Build strong, long-term relationships with employers and community partners to promote inclusion and sustainability.

•          Conduct health and safety checks and risk assessments for all placement sites, ensuring compliance with regulations.

•          Provide autism-specific training and guidance to placement providers where required.

•          Complete initial assessments and create personalized development plans for each individual.

•          Support individuals in CV writing, interview preparation, and building a 'Ready to Work' profile.

•          Ensure individuals spend maximum time in placements and minimal time in classroom settings.

•          Monitor progress through regular reviews (6-week, 6-month, and annual) and adjust plans as needed.

•          Act as a liaison between individuals and placement providers, resolving issues promptly and effectively.

•          Work closely with Day Service Managers to identify potential candidates for the Pathway to Work stream.

•          Attend supported employment panel meetings to advocate for individuals and present placement opportunities.

•          Liaise with families, social workers, and internal teams to ensure smooth transitions and accurate package management.

•          Maintain accurate records, monitor outcomes, and report progress to deadlines.

•          Uphold GDPR and confidentiality standards at all times.

•          Ensure safeguarding practices are embedded in all aspects of the role.

•          Maintain professional conduct and represent the organization’s values in all interactions.

Join Autism Together and expect:  

• Excellent rates of pay £13.40
• Free DBS check
• Fully paid induction training from our award-winning Training & Development Team
• Buy back additional annual leave
• Discounts for high street stores and eligibility for Blue Light Card benefit
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistant Programme (EAP) and occupational health
• Early overtime pay scheme
• Annual staff awards celebrating staff achievements
• Generous refer a friend scheme
• Ongoing professional career progression
• Opportunities to obtain a professionally recognised qualification and complete an apprenticeship relevant to the role
• Attendance incentive draws
• Employee of the month
• Staff suggestion scheme

Apply now or give our friendly Recruitment Team a call on 0151 482 3121. They will be more than happy to answer any queries you may have about this exciting role within a leading autism till charity.  

Please note all offers of employment are subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks, including a DBS check.