Impactful Employment Specialist, Connect to Work (Hampshire)

IPS Grow; Havant; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An employment services organization is seeking an Employment Specialist to support individuals facing barriers to employment in Havant. The role involves creating individualized action plans and advocating for clients with employers. Strong organizational skills and experience in providing one-to-one support are essential. The successful candidate will work closely with various local partners to ensure a robust support system for clients. A driving license and a flexible approach to working hours are also required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in providing one-to-one support and coaching.
• Track record of helping individuals progress into work.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding policies.

Responsibilities

• Champion customers as valuable candidates and promote them to employers.
• Create and follow through with individualized action plans.
• Provide ongoing In Work Support to customers who have gained employment.

Skills

Working with people facing barriers to employment

Solution-focused approach

Strong organizational skills

Building networks and partnerships

Understanding of domestic abuse dynamics

Driving licence and access to a car

Education

University degree or equivalent experience in target driven roles

Job description

An employment services organization is seeking an Employment Specialist to support individuals facing barriers to employment in Havant. The role involves creating individualized action plans and advocating for clients with employers. Strong organizational skills and experience in providing one-to-one support are essential. The successful candidate will work closely with various local partners to ensure a robust support system for clients. A driving license and a flexible approach to working hours are also required.