We are looking for an Employer Engagement Volunteer based in Bristol who will share our values, embrace the notion of a diverse workforce, and is passionate around inclusion. That person will share our belief that paid work is positive and possible for everyone and will work to source new opportunities from a wide range of employers from a variety of work sectors.
You will also:
- Proactively seek employers who may be open to either employing people we support on our programme or partnering with us to create inclusive workplaces for people with learning disabilities and autism.
- Engage directly with employers around the benefits of employing people with learning disabilities and autism.
- Work with he supported employment coaches to cultivate those relationships moving forward so participants can be placed in paid employment with these organisations.
- Be available to volunteer for 2 hours a week
Skills required
- A knowledge of the local job market in Bristol & South Gloucestershire.
- The ability and confidence to ‘sell’ the benefits of supported employment to employers by speaking with them in person, on the phone and online.
- To be proficient in Microsoft Office software and web searches.
- To be able to use MS Teams and Zoom for video calls etc.
- To be reliable and consistent
Benefits
- This is a fantastic opportunity to have a direct impact upon the lives of others.
- You will gain an understanding of our charity, the supported employment programme and the benefits of inclusive employment. SeeAbility also provides training which can help you to develop new skills.
- Volunteers can claim travel expenses.
Registered as The Royal School for the Blind, SeeAbility is one of the oldest disability charities in the UK. In 2024 we celebrated our 225th anniversary, having pioneered specialist support across multiple generations since 1799!
We specialise in supporting people who have learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, who may also have sight loss. Our support ranges from providing person-centred support across our many supported-living and residential care provisions. Furthermore, we provide specialist eye-care services to children and adults alike and assists people to find paid employment for the very first time.
SeeAbility provides the resources and expertise that make this possible, we support people to live ambitious lives and achieve things they never thought possible.
To ensure the safety of the people we support, we require a DBS check and two satisfactory references before a volunteer role is confirmed. As you will be volunteering directly with vulnerable individuals, you will also be required to undertake safeguarding training, as well as any training which is specific to the role.
If you have any queries or would like to speak to a member of the Volunteering Team before applying, please email us at askvolunteering@seeability.org