Employment Specialists - TrowbridgeJob DescriptionSalary: £31,537 - £33,699 Hours per week: 37 hours Rolling Advert: We're continuously reviewing and interviewing applicants weekly for this job posting. We will stop accepting applications when sufficient applications have been received.Education and Skills - Building Bright Futures Are you passionate about supporting people to find and keep paid employment? Join our Connect to Work programme and make a real difference to individuals across Wiltshire. As an Employment Specialist, you'll work face-to-face with participants who are unemployed or at risk of losing their job. You'll help them overcome barriers such as health conditions or disabilities, identify their skills and goals, and create action plans that lead to sustainable employment. You'll also provide ongoing in-work support to ensure success. Your role will involve building strong relationships with local employers to create inclusive job opportunities, advising on reasonable adjustments, and promoting approaches like "place, train and maintain." You'll manage a caseload of up to 25 participants, keep accurate records, and work flexibly within the community to meet programme targets. We're looking for someone with experience supporting people into work, ideally those with complex needs. You'll need excellent communication skills, knowledge of employment practices, and the ability to motivate and guide participants. An NVQ Level 4 (or equivalent experience) is required, along with a good understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion. If you want a role where you can change lives and build strong employer partnerships, apply today and help us connect people to work. Why us? Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That's why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. Explore more benefits here! We understand that AI tools can support you in preparing job applications. However, we value authenticity and would encourage you to ensure your submission genuinely reflects your own experiences, skills, and motivations. Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity. The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework. For more details, contact: Nikita Baird, Connect to Work Team Leader, via email, or call 01225 756155 x16155 or Jaimie Cooke, Connect to Work Team Leader, via email, or call 01225 712511 x12511 This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information. We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion. Disability Confident Employer Application process Please ensure to regularly check your spam/junk folder for any communication from us regarding your application status. We wouldn't want you to miss out on any important updates or interview invitations. Thank you!