**Employment Specialist
Salary:
upto £37,796 + Package
Location:**
Covering North Yorkshire (role includes regular travel)
We are excited to announce we have been awarded Connect to Work North Yorkshire [Subject to Challenge]
As an
Employment Specialist
, you will champion a strengths-based approach to employment, prioritising an individuals potential and working with employers to foster inclusive workplaces where everyone can succeed. This role is about more than just employment-its about driving social impact, building confidence, and creating lasting change for individuals and their communities.
What Youll Be Doing:
* Make a real impact
: Taking a hands-on, proactive and flexible approach to support individuals with complex challenges to secure and retain sustainable employment.
* Build a supportive culture:
Build strong partnerships with local support organisations and co-locating to provide seamless support, (local government, NHS integrated care systems, voluntary and community organisations).
* Managing a
small caseload
of motivated participants who have been out of work or never worked due to disability or long-term health conditions, providing comprehensive
tailored
one-to-one employment support.
* Create In work
SMART action
plans that identify clear learning goals and address any challenges identified during the transition into the labour market to support sustainable employment such as, CV creation, applications and interviews, promoting rapid job search strategies, aiming to engage participants with the job market within 4 weeks of programme start.
* Create social change
: Establishing and maintaining
strong employer relationships
to create job opportunities that align with individual strengths and aspirations.
* Innovate and inspire:
Delivering
disability awareness
to employers, helping them create inclusive, supportive workplace
What Youll Bring
* A
proactive mindset
with the ability to adapt to change and think on your feet.
* Strong
emotional intelligence
, capable of handling sensitive conversations with empathy and professionalism.
* Confident communication and presentation skills.
* A solid understanding of employment services, welfare-to-work initiatives, and the challenges faced by individuals returning to work.
* Confidence in
networking
, relationship-building, and engaging with employers and community organisations.
* Excellent
organisational and time management skills
with the ability to manage a busy workload effectively.
* A commitment to
continuous development
and learning.
* Experience in a
performance and quality driven
environment
* Awareness of
disability policies and employment legislation
.
* Willingness and ability to
travel
within the local area.
Desirable but Not Essential:
* Knowledge and experience of the
IPS/ SEQF models
and principles.
* Experience supporting individuals with
complex needs
, including disabilities or long-term health conditions.
* A background in
community outreach
, stakeholder engagement, or employment services.
At Ingeus, weve spent time listening to our employees to build our benefits package;
* 25 days of annual leave
plus bank holidays, with the option to trade for additional leave.
* EAP Support programme
available 24/7, including 6 free counselling sessions.
* Private medical insurance
and
life assurance
.
* Up to
2 days of Community Giving (volunteering)
each year to support a cause that matters to you.
* Eyecare vouchers
to help with glasses or eye care.
* Online Shopping discounts
* Cycle to Work scheme
and
travel season ticket loan
.
* Long service awards
to celebrate your commitment.
* Salary Finance
offering financial education and advice.
* The opportunity to purchase extra benefits like
critical illness cover
and
dental insurance
.
We understand that everyones journey is different, and were committed to making our recruitment process as inclusive and accessible as possible. If you require any support or adjustments-whether thats help with the application, interview format, or anything else-were here to listen and work with you to find the best approach.
Our goal is to ensure you can showcase your skills and potential in a way that works for you. Please dont hesitate to contact us to discuss how we can support you
Please note, if we receive a high volume of applications, the role may be closed early.
Desired Skills and Experience
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