Work for Reach Learning Disability

Working for Reach is an opportunity to genuinely make a daily difference to the lives of people in our community. You can find out more about who we are and what we do here, but essentially our team are passionate about their work and improving the lives of people with learning disabilities.

Staff working at all of our five sites in Nottinghamshire say their work is hugely rewarding – both professionally and personally.

Can you help us reach beyond expectation?

We offer competitive packages, a friendly, supportive working environment, and career development opportunities. Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service checks are required for all posts.

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Current Vacancies

Project Co-ordinator/Classroom Assistant Reach Newark

Salary: National minimum wage/National living wage (age dependent)
Location: Reach Newark, Hawtonville Community Centre, St Mary’s Gardens, Newark, NG24 4JQ
Hours: 28 hours per week (9.30am-3.30pm (Mon, Wed, Thur), 9am-3.30pm (Tues),
9.15am-3.15pm (Fri) Plus Social Group Fri eve 6pm-8.30pm approx. fortnightly and monthly staff meeting, paid as overtime)

Can you help us Reach beyond expectation?

We seek a hardworking, dynamic and enthusiastic individual to play an active role in supporting clients at our Reach Newark day services.

The successful candidate will have a person-centred approach towards supporting people with learning disabilities. You will need to be committed to delivering a high standard of support, be non-judgmental and be willing to get stuck in and work as part of a successful team. Duties will include facilitating sessions and providing support to our tutors within sessions, providing one-to-one support for identified clients, including personal care and maintaining accurate records. Good communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as well as an enthusiastic and positive outlook.

Basic IT and administration skills are also required. The successful candidate will also be required to work at our other sites.

We are looking for a team-player who is keen to get involved in all aspects of Reach’s work, including a willingness to help with fundraising activities.

We offer competitive packages, friendly working environment, and career development opportunities. Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service checks required.

Click here for full job description and here for a person specification.

Please apply online here. Closing date for applications is Monday 15th September (midday).

To find out more call Vickie on 01636 671939 or email vickie.ward@reachuk.org.

Project Co-ordinator/Classroom Assistant Reach Southwell and Reach Newark - 2 posts

Salary: National minimum wage/National living wage (age dependent)

Post 1 - Reach Southwell, Prebend Passage, Southwell, Notts NG25 0JH

Post 2 - Reach Newark, Hawtonville Community Centre, St Mary’s Gardens, Newark, NG24 4JQ and Reach Southwell, Prebend Passage, Southwell, Notts NG25 0JH (3 days at Reach Newark and 2 days at Reach Southwell) 8.30am – 4.30pm (This could be open to a job share)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Can you help us Reach beyond expectation?

We seek a hardworking, dynamic and enthusiastic individual to play an active role in supporting clients at
our Reach Newark and Southwell day services.

We are looking for a team-player who is keen to get involved in all aspects of Reach’s work, including a willingness to help with fundraising activities.

We offer competitive packages, friendly working environment, and career development opportunities.

Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service checks required.

Click here for full job description and here for a person specification.

Click on the link for an application form in here or Excel.

Deadline for applications is Friday 12th April 2024 (midday).

To find out more call Angela Mallory on 01636 671939 (Mon/Fri) or 01636 819066 (Tues-Thurs) or email angela.mallory@reachuk.org.

Reach Southwell Tutor

Can you help us Reach beyond expectation?

Salary: £23,500

Location: Reach Southwell, Prebend Passage, Southwell, Notts NG25 0JH

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Start date: 2nd April 2024

We seek a hardworking, dynamic and enthusiastic individual to play an active role in supporting clients at our Reach Southwell day services.

Good communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as well as an enthusiastic and positive outlook. We require an AET qualified Tutor or equivalent with good IT and administration skills. We are looking for a team-player who is keen to get involved in all aspects of Reach’s work, including a willingness to help with fundraising activities.

We offer a friendly working environment, and career development opportunities. Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service checks required.

Click here for full job description and here for a person specification.

Click on the link for an application form in here or Excel.

Deadline for applications is Friday 15th March 2024 (midday).

To find out more call Angela Mallory on 01636 671939 (Mon/Fri) or 01636 819066 (Tues-Thurs) or email angela.mallory@reachuk.org.

Current Vacancies

We don't currently have any vacancies but please check back on this page regularly for new opportunities. Alternatively, you can send us a general enquiry using the form below.

Administration Assistant

Salary: Up to £26,000 (full time equivalent)

Location: Reach Learning Disability, Prebend Passage, Southwell NG25 0JH

Hours: 25 hours per week (5 hours per day, Mon to Fri)

We are looking for a friendly and reliable Administration Assistant to join our team in Southwell to provide general administration support to our head office and to help with the smooth day-to-day running of the Charity.

You’ll provide vital support across HR, IT, and general admin, acting as a key point of contact for staff and visitors. We’re looking for someone with strong admin and IT skills, excellent attention to detail, and a genuine interest in supporting others.

In return, we offer:

Competitive package
Supportive and welcoming team environment
Opportunities for training and development
A meaningful role where your work makes a real difference
A well-equipped, friendly office in the heart of Southwell

This role may suit someone with previous admin experience who is:

Looking for a part-time, office-based role
Local to Southwell or nearby
Returning to work or balancing other responsibilities
Interested in developing their skills and growing in the role

You may be required to work at our other sites from time to time. This permanent, part-time role is office based and is not suitable for home or hybrid working. Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service checks required.

Application Form

Thank you for your interest in working for Reach. You must complete all sections of this form for your application to be considered, including uploading a copy of your CV.

Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be accepted, and only applicants who have a right to work in the UK will be considered for the position.

Please complete the optional equal opportunities questions to help us monitor the effectiveness of our recruitment. Your information will be confidential and won't affect or be linked to your application at any point of the recruitment process. We appreciate your support.

Please note that providing incorrect information or deliberately omitting any information requested may result in either disqualification from the selection process, or if the discovery is made after appointment, summary dismissal.

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