Development Coordinator - Torquay
About AutonoMe
AutonoMe is an ambitious South West-based SME using a technology platform to make huge strides to improve the lives of neurodiverse people and those with learning disabilities across the UK. AutonoMe exists to enable people to realise their full potential.By combining industry experts and scaleable technology, we believe we can impact the challenges people face as they journey through life.
AutonoMe blends human support and technology to enable people to achieve their employment aspirations and live more independently. Our app gives people easy access to our library of instructional videos and strategies, alongside support from a dedicated AutonoMe Development Coordinator, to work towards their goals.Learner progress is monitored in real-time through our data dashboard to ensure challenges and successes are identified and acted upon quickly.
Supporting Learners and their support network
You will introduce learners to the AutonoMe service, supporting them in identifying their outcomes.
You will guide learners across various locations to use our instructional videos to build up their skills and pursue their independence and employment goals.
You will support learners Monday through Friday from 9:00 to 5:00, excluding bank holidays. Support may be required outside of these times.
You will deliver training to learners and support providers both virtually and in person, effectively explaining the service and philosophy behind it.
You will be responsible for managing and building relationships with several clients, learners and key partners.
You will be provided with guidance on how to effectively manage these relationships while being free to bring your thoughts, experience and skills to develop the role in the way you believe best fits your clients, learners and our growing ambitions.
You will work closely with your key stakeholders to embed AutonoMe and promote it externally to the wider community.
Data analysis
You will regularly examine and evaluate client and learner data, collating this information into actionable understandable feedback to your clients and key partners.
You will manage and evaluate your client and learner data across the platform regularly in line with your KPIs
Team working
You will be very hands-on, working closely with the rest of the operations team and regularly updating management on your learners' progress.
You will work closely with your line manager and the operations team, sharing good practices and contributing your expertise and experience to the overall operational strategy.
You will be proactive in overcoming challenges our clients and learners face, considering how AutonoMe can address these challenges.
Networking
You will actively participate in your community, attending exhibitions, networking events, delivering presentations, and hosting meetings.
Additional aspects of the role
You must travel to team meetings at least once a quarter (travel and accommodation will be covered).
You will travel regularly across the South West to meet learners, providers and stakeholders.
You may be required to work outside of the region from time to time.
You will be required to work from home.
You will identify and advocate for additional resources where you need them to do your job.
About you
Our ideal candidate will: Understand how to challenge and support learners to progress towards their goals effectively
Share our passion for improving the lives of neurodiverse people.
Proactively support your learners in overcoming barriers to learning.
Display excellent communication, advocacy and interpersonal skills.
Enjoy working independently but also want to be part of a mixed-discipline team.
Demonstrate competence and knowledge in using smart devices and modern business tools such as Slack, Microsoft Teams, Google Workspace, spreadsheets, and more.
A positive, collaborative and resilient attitude to problem-solving.
Thrive in a startup environment where you’re comfortable with rapid change.
Enjoy working with a great deal of autonomy and being able to manage your own time effectively.
Have a clean driving license and be comfortable travelling in your own vehicle.
Be based in Devon, Somerset or North Somerset and able to travel across the region
It is desirable that the candidate has experience supporting neurodiverse people with their Employment and/or independent living aspirations.
What we offerThe opportunity to positively impact the lives of neurodiverse people and those with learning disabilities.
Competitive salary with travel expenses.
Flexibility around hours and locations.
Input to the operational strategy and how solutions are engineered.
The opportunity to be part of a dynamic, enthusiastic and adventurous team.
Join an aspiring growing business with career progression opportunities.
Company laptop and phone provided.
Company social days and events
20 days holiday plus bank holidays
Additional discretionary time off over the Christmas break
Applications
Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your interest in the role and how your skills and experience will meet the requirements of the role to careers@autono.me.uk
AutonoMe is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.
Safeguarding is at the heart of our service; this role is key to ensuring the welfare of the people we support. The successful applicant must undergo an enhanced DBS check and follow AutonoMe’s safeguarding policies and procedures.
Want to make a difference? Email your application to careers@autono.me.uk