Reed in Partnership has been delivering public services since 1998. We are a British, family-owned company, whose mission has always been to positively transform people and their communities. This is reflected in our services, which we deliver to help people from all backgrounds and circumstances to change their lives for the better. Pay Range Pay Range £28,500 to £32,500 Job Description Do you have experience working in a customer facing environment? Do you have experience working with individuals with disabilities and/or mental health issues? Then consider the role of Employment Specialist at Reed in Partnership! Please Note, these roles are expressions of interest only at this point. We are currently working on a number of exciting opportunities within this area and are looking to build a pipeline of talent to allow us to work quickly upon contract award. We will be in a position to be able to begin the formal recruitment process in the coming weeks and we will be in touch to discuss the next steps of your expression of interest as soon as possible. Internal applications for this role close on 10/07/2025 What is this role about? An Employment Specialist will manage a caseload of Participants, primarily made up of individuals with complex barriers to finding or sustaining employment, including those with a disability or health condition. An Employment Specialist will use a variety of techniques including effective diagnosis, individual coaching and training, action planning and Health & Wellbeing Support to provide intensive personal employment support and achieve sustainable employment. Just some of your day-to-day responsibilities will include: Attraction & Enlisting Attraction and Enlisting normally includes developing and maintaining strong relationships with referral organisations such as Clinical Teams. It may also include conducting outreach activity such as running events/sessions at community organisations, attending job fairs and employer events and other direct promotional activity within the community. Engagement & Diagnosis Employment Specialists plan for their appointments with Participants to ensure effective use of time, rapport building and an adequate two-way exchange with the Participant. Employment Specialists will identify Participants goals, aspirations, first level barriers either directly or through internal and external contacts Participant Progression Progression includes in the main sustainable employment but also includes job search skills, strategy, empowerment, confidence. Employment Specialists support their caseload to progress towards and into work as quickly as possible, putting support in place as required prior to and once in work. Training Delivery As well as providing 1-to-1 advice and guidance the Employment Specialist may be required to facilitate training sessions. Training delivery involves imparting information to Learners in an interesting, engaging and empowering manner, to meet the Learners' needs and learning styles. Employer Vacancy Development Employment Specialists sell the benefits of Reed in Partnership, the programme, or a specific Participant to Employers to achieve a placement. They will research the individual Employer assessment process preparing the candidate accordingly. Employment Specialists will manage relationships with Employers and negotiate the process to ensure placement, following up with both the Participant and the Employer to ensure a smooth transition and employment. In Work Support Employment Specialists conduct risk assessments on their Participant to identify the appropriate levels of support required. Employment Specialists mentor Participants through employment maintaining regular contact with the Participant and the Employer. Administration & Quality Employment Specialists ensure accurate and timely recording and review of all Participant details and requirements through every intervention. What’s in it for you? A generous base salary (pro-rata for part time), and great flexibility with your working schedule, we offer training, development and progression opportunities. You will have access to the range of Reed in Partnership benefits, which include: 25 days annual leave (pro-rata for part time) plus statutory bank holidays Reed Pension Scheme Award Winning Management & Leadership training Professional & Personal Development Funds Bi-annual pay reviews Plus much more that can be found on our website With the chance to dramatically make a difference to the local community, this role offers immense job satisfaction. At Reed in Partnership, we live and breathe our values in every decision and action taken, resulting in a collaborative and enjoyable culture within our offices. Our company values – we are fair open and honest; we take ownership, and we work together. To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone with : Experience of working in a customer facing environment, e.g. Customer Services Assistant, Retail Assistant Practical experience of working directly with people with moderate to severe disabilities and/or mental health issues, preferably in the field of employment related services, and with a proven track record of personally delivering recognised outcomes Experience of working in a performance target driven environment. Examples of such experience may include working as an Employment Specialist on a similar contract, being a Recruitment Consultant or experience of Business Development roles, sales targets in a retail business or call centre etc. A minimum of 2 A-Levels or an equivalent Level 3 Diploma GCSE English Language at a minimum of a Grade B (or equivalent Level 2 qualification). OR achievement of a Level 2 in Literacy Assessment at interview stage Desirable criteria: Fluency in more than one language We aim to ensure that no candidate or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.