Specialist Job Coach - NESO (Warwick, GB, CV34 6DA) presso National Energy System Operator (NESO) | National Energy System Operator
National Energy System Operator (NESO) | National Energy System Operator · Warwick, United Kingdom · Hybrid
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About the role
National Energy System Operator (NESO) recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.
National Energy System Operator (NESO) are looking for a Specialist Job Coach to be responsible for providing support to our colleagues who are disabled, neurodiverse and/or have additional learning needs.
EmployAbility forms part of our Early Careers offering, which aligns to our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging strategy, by providing an inclusive and supportive working environment for everyone.
We are committed to building and developing an inclusive culture with a workforce that reflects the communities that we serve; we aspire to become a Disability Confident Leader in our community and industry. NESO is at the heart of the energy transition and to deliver on our ambitions we need diversity in our thinking.
Reporting to the Early Careers EmployAbility Lead, the Job Coach will do this by the provision of specialist support to our employed graduated Supported Interns, future Apprentices, Graduates, existing employees, and future colleagues who are disabled, neurodiverse and/or have additional learning needs to enable them to be and continue being productive in their jobs.
This role is full-time and permanent. We off hybrid working but there will be an expectation for you to be in the office at least one day per week. You will be based in Warwick, with potential travel to Wokingham, Glasgow and London.
Key accountabilities
- The Job Coach will work with the external Job Coaches from our Education Providers and Supported Employment Agencies to ensure a high-quality experience and outcomes for the young people on our Supported Internship.
- Providing support to the EmployAbility Programme Lead in delivering the expansion plans for the Supported Internship and wider EmployAbility programmes, (Supported Employment path, Accessible Apprenticeships and SEN work experience programme), as well as ensuring it is sustainable and maintains the expected quality standards.
- Providing specialist support to our Early Careers cohorts and NESO Colleagues who are disabled, neurodiverse and /or have additional learning needs.
- Leading the development of adjustment passports.
- Providing advice on reasonable adjustments such as assistive technology or specialist resources.
- Helping colleagues to communicate their needs and goals to their placement teams or line manager.
- Responsible for the implementation of the support package or equipment required.
- Supporting individuals and internal teams with Recruitment and Onboarding.
- Building and maintaining relationships with our DiversAbilities Employee Resource Group.
- Upskill Supported Internship Placement Teams, Co-ordinators, Line Managers and Site Leads to ensure we recruit and retain a diverse workforce who can reach their potential at NESO.
- Working with Supported Internship Site Leads on events planning and delivery, to include inspiration and awareness days.
- Outreach with local SEN schools, SEN colleges and relevant mainstream providers where young people have EHCPs in the Warwick and Wokingham, and wider areas.
- Delivering disability confident training to NESO Colleagues hosting EmployAbility Interns.
- Liaising with teams across the business to secure suitable Placement Teams for the Supported Internship and work placements for SEN Work Experience.
- Supporting with the review and creation of accessibility guidance, as and when required.
- Serving as a subject matter expert to support NESO projects promoting inclusion and accessibility.
- Building and maintaining relationships with our DiversAbilities Employee Resource Group.
About you
We’re forging the path, and we know we can’t do it alone. That’s why we need visionary minds like yours to join us on this transformative journey. In this case, we’re looking for someone who:
- Hold a relevant qualification, B.A.S.E qualified. Ideally Supported Employment Techniques Training (TES) and/or Training in Systematic Instruction (TSI) or the willingness to acquire an appropriate qualification.
- Previous experience in Business or Education. Specialist and extensive experience of working with people who are disabled, Neurodiverse and/or have a learning disability.
- Knowledge of EHCPs (Education, Health, and Care Plans) is desirable.
- Ability to demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
- Knowledge of SIQAF (Supported Internship Quality Assessment Framework) and an understanding of the application process for Access to Work would be desirable.
- Experience of working closely with internal stakeholders and external providers.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Flexible and enthusiastic with passion and drive for change.
About what you'll get
A competitive salary between £41,000 - £44,000pa – dependent on experience and capability.
As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on company performance, 26 days annual leave as standard and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.
About us
National Energy System Operator (NESO) has a key role to play in tackling climate change by transitioning GB’s electricity system to net zero. We already operate the fastest decarbonising electricity system in the world, with an ambition for zero carbon power operation by 2030 when there is sufficient renewable generation. We are also providing advice to the Government on achieving a decarbonised power system by 2030.
So, join the energy transformation and help shape the future.
Your energy, our future, together.
About the National Energy System Operator (NESO)
In Autumn of 2024, the ESO transitioned to National Energy System Operator, or NESO for short. Previously denoted as the Future System Operator (or FSO), the new National Energy System Operator is the independent body responsible for planning Great Britain’s electricity and gas networks and operating the electricity system.
NESO, including all of its existing roles, are now at the heart of the new National Energy System Operator. As NESO, we will build on our existing roles, capabilities, and ways of working significantly to create an organisation the energy system and its users’ need. Our new capabilities will enable us to look across vectors, including electricity, natural gas and hydrogen, and crucially consider the trade-offs between them.
The organisation is set up as a public corporation with its own Board of independent directors, with complete operational independence from government, the regulator and any and all commercial interest. As was the ESO, NESO will be licenced and regulated by Ofgem through price control agreements and obligated to identify optimal solutions to system operations and planning in the most sustainable, affordable and secure way for all.
The time to deliver is now. As part of our team, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in Great Britain – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.
More information
This role closes on 21/11/2025 at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.
We work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.
We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.
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