Transition Lead (Buckinghamshire Supported Internship)
Buckinghamshire Council, Walton, Aylesbury Vale
Transition Lead (Buckinghamshire Supported Internship)
£37772-£41272
Buckinghamshire Council, Walton, Aylesbury Vale
- Full time
- U
- Onsite working
- Graduate programme
Posted today, 25 Apr | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 52a62153d0be44f7aaafcf85ec4ef8e5
Location ref: Walton, Aylesbury Vale
Full Job Description
We are seeking a passionate and motivated Transition Lead to play a vital role in supporting young adults with SEND as they move into, through, and beyond the Buckinghamshire Supported Internship Programme. You will lead on transition planning for interns, ensuring they are well prepared to enter the programme and are supported to progress into paid employment, apprenticeships, or volunteering. Transitions can be a challenging time, and this role is key to reducing anxiety, building confidence, and promoting independence and long-term employability. Working closely with interns, schools, employers, the local authority, and the wider Supported Internship team, you will provide coordinated, person-centred support that helps every intern achieve positive outcomes., The Buckinghamshire Adult Learning Supported Internship is a partnership venture which prepares young people with disabilities for competitive employment., We provide young people a springboard from education into the world of work, the supported internship is bespoke for each intern and is designed to develop transferable skills, knowledge and attitudes in preparation for paid employment. Through specialist training and direct work placements interns will develop employability skills, self-confidence, job specific skills whilst working alongside employees in a real employment setting., We also offer interns the opportunity to study functional maths and English at E3 - L2. Interns will also undertake a programme of bitesize training such as digital skills, self- management and communication skills delivered by the Job Coach, tutors, speech & language therapist and external guest speakers. These invaluable employment skills enrich the learning experience for each intern.
Ideally you will have experience of working with young adults aged 16-25, particularly those with learning difficulties, disabilities, or additional needs, and be committed to supporting them into meaningful employment. You will demonstrate:
- Experience working with learners with SEND in an education or supported employment setting
- Knowledge of SEN processes, including annual reviews and local authority funding
- Understanding of the Preparing for Adulthood (PfA) framework
- Experience working with employers and supporting young people into work
- Strong organisational, communication, and teamwork skills
- A flexible, proactive, and solutions-focused approach
- A genuine passion for inclusion, independence, and positive outcomes for young people
- Access to your own vehicle to travel across Buckinghamshire An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.