halow project

Would you like to work in a caring, supportive environment where you can make a real difference to people’s lives? Role: Learning Support Year Leader (internally referred to as Building Futures Year Leader) Company: halow project (head office based in Guildford) Location: Our sessions are based at community venues in Guildford, Woking plus other locations in and around Surrey Hours: 40 hours per week*, Monday to Friday *If weekly work hours are exceeded due to the demands of the programme then Time Off In Lieu (TOIL) will be given. Salary: £28,875 per annum Annual Leave: 30 days pro-rata, inclusive of bank holidays. Training: Fully paid training is given and further development opportunities are available. You’ll get access to great benefits including: Free DBS check Free Blue Light Card membership Retail discounts Free/discounted tickets for events, gigs and shows Workplace pension scheme Free eye tests Cycle2Work scheme 24-hour employee assistance program Travel season ticket advances Staff referral bonus scheme AIG Life Assurance (Post Probation) Access to AIG Smart Health App Interviews are ongoing, and we reserve the right to make an appointment during this time, so early applications are encouraged. About Us halow project is a vibrant, growing charity based in Guildford and Woking that provides opportunities and support for over 200 young adults with learning disabilities to access social activities, educational programmes and supported living accommodation in south-west Surrey and beyond. All positions are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references. The nature of this role means that you must be at least 18 years old and have the right to work in the UK. Please note we are currently unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. About this role We are looking for a passionate and positive professional to join the halow team as a Year Leader on our Building Futures programme. Building Futures is our community informal learning programme which aims to nurture the independence of young adults and set them up for the next steps in their lives by providing person centred support across six concurrent year groups. Our activities take place across a range of venues across the local Guildford and Woking areas. As a Year Leader you would be responsible for leading and guiding a year group of up to 10 young adults, with the support of a Building Futures Project Worker. To be considered for this role you will need to demonstrate experience of leading group sessions both in developing content and delivery; a natural and efficient organiser; a team player and self-starter with a can-do positive attitude and a good communicator who can proactively communicate with individuals within our network, the adults supported and their families and/ or support network. We are seeking an exceptional candidate to be part of our expanding and outward looking team that is passionate about growing halow over the next 5 years and beyond. If you are an individual who wants to make a difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities living in Surrey then we want to hear from you!