Adult Skills Workshops Coordinator

Pay: £13.00-£16.00 per hour

Job description:

The Adult Skills Workshops Coordinator is responsible for planning, administering, and delivering engaging weekly workshops for members aged approximately 10–40 with a diverse range of additional needs and disabilities. The role includes responsibility for activity planning, safeguarding, risk management, behaviour support strategies, and overseeing sessional support staff and volunteers.

36 Thursdays per academic year, 7 hours per session (9:00–16:00) — 252 hours per annum

4 hours per workshop week — 144 hours per annum

• Design and deliver high‑quality workshop sessions (36 per year) that promote social interaction, communication, and independent living skills.
• Create structured activity plans, learning outcomes, and session resources.
• Ensure sessions are inclusive, meaningful, and tailored to the needs and abilities of all participants.

• Uphold the charity’s safeguarding policies and ensure safe practice at all times.
• Conduct and maintain up‑to‑date risk assessments for activities, individuals, and the workshop environment.
• Record, report, and respond to incidents in line with organisational policies.

• Manage session budgets, source materials, and maintain accurate financial records of all expenditure.
• Oversee attendance records, sign‑in procedures, and collection of payments.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including behaviour strategies, measurable outcomes, and member support plans.

• Supervise, guide, and support sessional staff and volunteers to ensure a safe, positive, and consistent workshop environment.
• Lead briefings and debriefings as required, ensuring the team is well‑informed and aligned with session goals.

• Build positive relationships with parents, carers, and external stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively regarding attendance, progress, needs, or concerns relating to members.
• Represent the charity professionally within the workshop setting and the wider community.

Job Type: Part‑time