Service Coordinator - Reed : Job Details

Groups Coordinator

• Annual Salary: £27,000 per annum
• Location: Birmingham, B29
• Job Type: Full-time

Join our client, a leading organisation dedicated to supporting autistic individuals since 1997. As a Groups Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in overseeing, delivering, and shaping provisions within our groups and community services. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a values-driven organisation committed to changing society’s attitude towards autism and providing enriching opportunities for personal development.

Day-to-Day of the Role:

• Lead and support the development and delivery of group services for autistic children and young people, ensuring high-quality, holistic support.
• Coordinate and oversee group activities, ensuring they are well-planned, inclusive, and meet the diverse needs of participants.
• Provide supervision, support, and performance management to support workers and leaders within the group services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure services are running at full capacity, including proactive recruitment and advertising.
• Monitor and analyse service quality and performance, implementing improvements and ensuring compliance with organisational standards and safeguarding policies.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in leading groups, particularly in youth and play work settings.
• Strong background in supporting autistic individuals with complex needs, utilising specific strategies for communication and sensory differences.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, capable of adapting to various audiences including service users, families, and external agencies.
• Knowledge of safeguarding principles and experience conducting risk assessments.
• Proficient in Office 365 & Excel, with strong overall IT skills.
• Ability to work independently as a self-starter, as well as part of a team.

Benefits:

• Flexible working patterns, with hybrid options available for some roles.
• 25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and an additional 3 Celebration days.
• Access to ongoing training and opportunities for professional development.
• Employee Assistance Programme and various wellbeing initiatives.
• Enrolment in the organisation’s pension scheme.
• A supportive, warm, and fun working environment alongside passionate, values-driven colleagues.

To apply for the Groups Coordinator position at our client, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are passionate about working with autistic individuals.