Employment Advisor
Papworth Trust is looking for a compassionate and values-driven Employment Advisor to support people with disabilities or health-related barriers into sustainable employment. This is a full-time, fixed-term, hybrid role based from our office in Peterborough.
Fantastic company benefits include:
* Competitive Salary: £31,971 per annum
* Holiday: 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
* Pension: enhanced employer contribution
* Wellbeing, development & rewards: Health cashback plan (dental and optical), enhanced sick pay, wellbeing and employee assistance support, access to training and professional qualifications, annual leave purchase, Values in Practice recognition awards, tax‑saving schemes, and opportunities to have your voice heard through colleague groups.
About the role
As an Employment Advisor, you will provide personalised support to individuals with disabilities or health barriers, helping them enter, return to, or stay in employment. This is a full‑time role (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday) on a fixed-term contract until 31 March 2027, with the potential for extension. The role is hybrid, requiring a mix of office, hub, and home working, with flexibility to travel locally to support participants and attend meetings.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct assessments and develop personalised support plans based on participants' needs and employment goals.
* Provide one‑to‑one coaching to build confidence, skills, and readiness for work.
* Connect participants to training, employment opportunities, and support services, working with employers to enable reasonable adjustments.
* Build and maintain relationships with employers to promote inclusive recruitment and workplaces.
* Work collaboratively with health and care providers and other stakeholders to coordinate holistic support.
* Monitor progress, maintain accurate records, and review support plans to improve outcomes.
About you
As an Employment Advisor, you will share Papworth Trust's values and be committed to equality, inclusion, and social change, with a strong understanding of the social model of disability. You will be empathetic, organised, proactive, and able to build trusted relationships with participants and stakeholders. You will have experience supporting people with additional needs to access help, support, or employment; strong communication skills, and knowledge of personalised care, coaching, or motivational interviewing approaches. You will understand employment legislation, welfare/benefits, and local or national support services, and be able to manage a varied caseload effectively. Travel to meetings, training, and outreach locations is essential. A relevant qualification or background in customer service, community engagement, health, social care, or a related field is desirable.
Additional information
The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check with Children’s Barred List, and candidates must be authorised to work in the UK. Papworth Trust is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome applications from disabled candidates and guarantee interviews to those who meet the minimum criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments or alternative formats, please let us know as early as possible.
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