Job Vacancy: RF Works Coach (Support Worker)
Job Ref: 133-26
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Salary/ pro rata: £18,621.62 per annum
- Hours available: 26 hours per week
- Location/Base: Ipswich/Whitehouse
We’re Hiring! RF Works Coach (Support Worker)
Are you passionate about empowering people to reach their full potential?
We have an exciting opportunity to join our Wellbeing Team as a RF Works Coach (Support worker)
In this highly rewarding role, you’ll support adults with learning disabilities and/or additional barriers, helping them build confidence, develop practical skills, and succeed in a supportive and inclusive working environment. As an RF Works Coach, you will play a key role in enabling individuals to grow, achieve independence, and thrive. You’ll work closely with people to support their personal and professional development in a positive, work-based setting.
Key Responsibilities
• Support and coach individuals to learn, develop, and maintain new skills
• Encourage independence, confidence, and self-belief in the workplace
• Promote inclusion and help create a positive and supportive environment
• Adapt your support to meet individual needs and abilities
• Work as part of a team to deliver high-quality, person-centred support
What We’re Looking For
• A genuine passion for supporting people with learning disabilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A flexible, proactive, and positive approach
• The ability to motivate and inspire others
• An Enhanced DSB check
What We Offer
• Full training and ongoing professional development
• A friendly and supportive team environment
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day
• The opportunity to help people achieve meaningful goals and independence
If you’re enthusiastic, caring, and committed to making a difference, we’d love to hear from you!
Interested or want to know more?
For an informal discussion, please contact Lisa Mann, RF Works Manager: 07568128054 Lisa.mann@realisefutures.org
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Please note that if any of the colleagues whose posts are currently at risk of redundancy show interest in this
redeployment opportunity, they will be prioritised for this opportunity and if more than one of these colleagues is
interested, the outcomes of the interviews will be used to determine the best candidate.
About us:
The purpose of Realise Futures is to improve the wellbeing, mental health and employability of disabled and disadvantaged people whilst contributing to the economy in our communities. Realise Futures operates as a hybrid company combining commercial trade with personal & government funded public services. Our aim is to create opportunities for people to succeed in work, learning and life through four company departments, Learning Coaching & Advice, Employment & Inclusion and RF Works (seven distinct Social Businesses) and Central (internal core infrastructure).
We provide professional and tailored opportunities that support people to realise their potential.
As one of the largest Community Interest Companies in the East of England, we employ approximately 230 staff, 40% of which have
a declared disability.
Realise Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people, and children, and expects
all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Realise Futures is proud to be a mindful employer that offers a range of employee benefits including;
- Flexible working arrangements (where business needs allow)
- Performance related pay increase system as part of the appraisal process
- 45p per mile expenses (cars, first 10,000 miles, excluding commute)
- Appreciation Award if successfully nominated: £150 per individual OR £500 shared across your team
- Annual Colleague Awards event at our AGM.
- 25 days annual leave (in addition to recognised bank holidays)
- Additional day of paid leave around your birthday
- Additional paid wellbeing day
- Additional paid volunteer day
- 3 days additional annual leave after 3 years service
- An additional day’s paid leave on the day that you celebrate a 5-year work anniversary with Realise Futures
- Disability leave policy that is separate from Sickness Absence
- A confidential counselling service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to you and members of your immediate family
- Trained First Aid Mental Health First Aiders
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Occupational pension scheme
How to apply:
To apply, please complete the online application form by clicking the blue ‘Apply Now’ button below.
Closing Date: Friday 19th June 2026
Interview Date: Tuesday 23rd June 2026 & Wednesday 24th June 2026 Please ensure you are available for these dates, before applying.
If you have any further queries, or difficulties in completing the Application Form, please email: recruitment@realisefutures.org
Realise Futures CIC –A company operating across Suffolk and Norfolk combining commercial trade of products and services alongside work placements,
employment and training opportunities. The primary aim of the business is to improve and promote the economic and social wellbeing of those who are
disadvantaged and/or disabled. The company is organised in four divisions, Learning and Development, Employment & Inclusion and RF Works
(seven distinct Social Businesses) and Central (internal core infrastructure). Together they provide professional and tailored opportunities that support people to realise their potential.
Realise Futures: Enhancing People’s Lives.
