Employment Support Worker
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About Us:
Hamelin exists to reimagine life for autistic adults and people with learning disabilities enabling limitless possibilities. Our mission is to build inclusive, caring, and compassionate communities. By empowering and supporting these individuals, we strive to enable them to live the lives they choose.
Are you passionate about helping autistic adults and people with learning disabilities build confidence and move towards employment? Hamelin’s Links Project is looking for friendly, reliable volunteers to support our weekly Employment Support Drop-In Sessions in Basildon.
What you could help with:
- Supporting people with CV writing
- Encouraging confidence and communications skills
- Helping individuals explore work and volunteering options
- Offering a welcoming and supportive environment
- Assisting with job searches and applications
- Providing general encouragement and practical support
What skills do I need?
· Friendly, patient and approachable manner
· Good communication and listening skills
· Ability to work with autistic adults and people with learning disabilities
· Reliable and supportive attitude
· Basic IT or CV writing knowledge would be helpful but not essential
· No formal qualifications or previous experience required, as guidance and support will be provided
Details
- Accessibility
- Data Protection policy
- DBS check required
- Equal opportunities policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When is this role available?
When: 21/05/2026 - 21/05/2027
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1 - 12:30 pm
Location:
Basildon Library
The Basildon Centre
St Martin’s Square
Basildon
Essex
SS14 1DL
You will be redirected to the Volunteer Essex website to express your interest.
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