Supported Internship Co-ordinator

Our Children’s Services Department is one of the largest in the country. We are determined to continue providing the best possible service through creative and trailblazing innovations and we need people who can help us do just that. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that helps improve the lives of children, young people with special educational needs and disabilities across Derbyshire. The Commissioning Team works with a whole host of departments across Childrens Services to help design services, source external providers and monitor the quality, effectiveness and cost of those services.

The Supported Internship Co-ordinator will be responsible for increasing the number and quality of supported internship opportunities in Derbyshire; thereby increasing the number of young people with Education Health Care plans moving on to paid employment. Ensuring that all professionals supporting young people with EHC plans will know about supported internships as a post 16 option and schools will implement employment pathways.

The post holder will work closely with DCC Preparing for Adulthood Lead, schools, colleges, DWP and local employers to oversee and co-ordinate models of a supported internship programmes in Derbyshire.

We offer the following reward package:

• Competitive salary
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working
• Continued professional development
• Generous holidays

You will also be based in one of the most beautiful areas of the Country – Derbyshire has rugged moorlands and limestone dales with historic market towns and pretty villages. It is home to the Peak District National Park which is the world’s second most visited National Park, attracting tourists and those who enjoy the great outdoors.

For more detailed information about the above please contact Rowena Brown, Head of Service, Commissioning 01629 535935

Provisional interview date: 24 May 2023