We have an exciting opportunity for an Employment Officer to join our Employment & Personal Development team, covering the South & South Eastern locality, for a maternity cover (30 hours per week) contract until March 2026. This role will involve a hybrid approach of working from home, in the office, and out in the community at meetings.
As an Employment Officer, you will:
* Support people with learning disabilities to access employment and training opportunities, develop their skills and confidence, and progress towards their employment goals.
* Generate high-quality placements and paid employment opportunities by engaging with employers and promoting Mencap services.
This role requires:
* An enthusiastic, driven, and self-motivated individual with excellent time management and communication skills. Ability to work effectively within a team and demonstrate negotiation and mediation skills.
* Ability to travel to meetings, events, training, and other Mencap locations. Some work outside normal hours may be required.
More information can be found in the attached Job Description.
At Mencap, we value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from everyone. Join us and be part of our mission. Together, we are Mencap!
This project is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
This vacancy closes on Tuesday, 12th August 2025.
Job ID: 34253
*Roles are subject to an enhanced disclosure check and references.
We offer a range of benefits, including 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro-rata), discounts at retailers, health cash plans, interest-free loans, and more. See the attached document for details.
About Mencap
Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with learning disabilities to live happy and healthy lives. We support individuals, families, and carers, and advocate for a kinder, fairer, and more inclusive society.
Everyone at Mencap works to support people with learning disabilities, whether through direct support, advice, or as colleagues. We promote belonging and inclusivity through various networks and initiatives. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and offer flexible contracts and working patterns. We value personality and values over specific experience and provide training to help you succeed.
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