Job Introduction
Connect to Work | Community Based | Early Career Opportunity
Start a career helping people move into real, sustainable work. At Get Set UK, we support people to build the skills, confidence and stability needed to move into employment. We are delivering the Connect to Work programme across Hertfordshire, helping people who face barriers to employment due to disability, health conditions or complex life circumstances.
A Career Development Role
This position combines practical work with structured development. Within six months, you will be operating confidently as an Employment Specialist, with a clear pathway towards senior roles such as Team Leader or Service Manager.
You Will Receive
- Full training in the IPS (Individual Placement and Support) employment model
- Coaching from experienced managers
- Structured development during your first six months
- Clear progression opportunities within employment services
Ideal Graduate Background
- Human Resources
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Health or Social Care
- Sports Science
- Business or Management
- Criminology or Community Studies
Mobile Community Role
This role is community based and mobile. You will travel across the region each day to meet participants, employers and partner organisations. Meetings take place in community venues, health settings and workplaces. This is not a work‑from‑home role. You must be comfortable travelling daily and have reliable access to transport.
What You Will Do
- Manage a caseload of participants seeking employment
- Meet regularly to understand their skills, strengths and goals
- Develop vocational profiles and action plans
- Provide support with job search, CV writing and interview preparation
- Help participants move quickly towards paid employment
- Provide support once employment begins to help people stay in work
- Maintain accurate records and outcome data
Employer Engagement
- Identify job opportunities aligned to participants’ strengths
- Promote inclusive recruitment practices
- Support employers with reasonable adjustments
- Provide support to both employer and participant once work begins
What Makes Someone Successful Here
- Enjoy working with people and building trust
- Stay organised while managing a busy caseload
- Communicate clearly with participants and employers
- Work independently while remaining part of a team
- Focus on practical solutions and outcomes
What You Will Bring
- A degree or equivalent qualification (any discipline considered)
- Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
- Confidence speaking with employers and community partners
- Good IT skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams
- Motivation to build a career in employability or people support
Benefits Include
- Wellbeing support including GP access, counselling and Headspace
- Pension, discounts and salary sacrifice options
- Enhanced benefits with service
- Development and progression opportunities
- A culture built on ambition, pride, ownership and support
Values
At Get Set UK, we are Ambitious, we take Pride in what we do, we are Considerate, we Own It and we Inspire. We look for people who bring these values to their work every day.
Eligibility
You must have the full right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available. A DBS check will be required for this role.
EEO Statement
Get Set UK is a Disability Confident and Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals and are committed to supporting physical and mental wellbeing at work. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.
