About the role:Are you passionate about helping people into real, sustainable jobs?Get Set is delivering Connect to Work across Hertfordshire - a voluntary employment support programme designed to help people move into and stay in work.Connect to Work supports people with:DisabilitiesLong-term health conditions (physical and mental)Complex life or employment barriersA risk of falling out of work due to health or personal challengesThe focus is simple: work first, with the right support around the individual.As an Employment Specialist, you will manage a caseload of participants, work closely with local stakeholders and employers to deliver personalised, practical support to help people secure and sustain paid employment.Full training in the IPS (Individual Placement and Support) approach is provided.What you will do:Supporting people into workManage a caseload of participants with health conditions, disabilities or facing complex barriers to employmentMeet participants regularly to understand their:SkillsStrengthsAspirationsEmployment goalsComplete vocational profiles and agree clear action plansProvide practical, person-centred support including:Job searchCVs and applicationsInterview preparationIn-work support to help people stay in employmentEmployer engagementBuild positive, professional relationships with local employersSource suitable job opportunities aligned to participants’ strengthsSupport employers with:Reasonable adjustmentsReturn-to-work strategiesOngoing in-work supportHelp reduce workplace barriers and promote disability-confident practicesPartnership workingWork collaboratively with:Health services (including NHS and Primary Care)Jobcentre PlusLocal authoritiesEducation and training providersVoluntary and community sector organisationsMaintain a strong community presence and joined-up approach to supportQuality and outcomesMaintain accurate case records and outcome dataDeliver support in line with IPS principles and service standardsContribute to continuous improvement and service developmentWork flexibly, including occasional out-of-hours support where requiredAbout you:We are looking for people who are motivated, adaptable and outcome-focused.You do not need to come from a health background - transferable skills are welcome.You may have experience in:Employability or careers supportCoaching, mentoring or advisory rolesSales, recruitment or employer engagementCommunity or support servicesHealth, social care or voluntary sector rolesYou will bring:Experience managing people, clients or customers in a caseload or target-driven environmentStrong communication and relationship-building skillsConfidence engaging employers and partnersGood IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)A solution-focused mindset and belief in people’s potentialAbility to work independently and as part of a teamCommitment to equality, diversity and inclusionRight to work and checks:This role is not eligible for visa sponsorshipApplicants must have the right to work in the UKA DBS check will be requiredWhy Join Get Set UK?Because you’ll be part of a mission-driven organisation that invests in your growth and celebrates your impact.You’ll get:Wellbeing support including GP, counselling and HeadspaceDiscounts, pension and salary sacrifice optionsEnhanced benefits with serviceA culture built on ambition, pride, ownership and supportReal opportunities for progressionWe are also a proud Disability Confident Employer. Adjustments are available at every stage.If you’re ready to Be Ambitious, Be Proud, Be Considerate, Own It and Be Inspiring, and you want a role where your work genuinely changes lives, we’d love to hear from you.Apply Now!If you are ready to support people into work through evidence-based mental health employment and you live our values to Be Ambitious, Be Proud, Be Considerate, Own It and Be Inspiring, we would love to hear from you.Apply today!See the Get Set story here: Learn more about working at Get Set here: We reserve the right to close applications early. Please apply early to avoid disappointment. We are a Disability Confident Employer and welcome all applications. Get Set UK is an Equal Opportunity Employer, offering employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, physical and mental disability, age, citizenship, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, and any other protected status. Our aim is to support and maintain the physical and mental health of all people at work.If you do need any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and recruitment process, please let us know at the outset and we will work hard to provide the right solution for you. This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners/clients and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful appointment to this role will require satisfactory completion of recruitment checks.Get Set UK does not accept agency CVs unless specifically engaged on the role by the Recruitment Team. Please do not forward CVs to our recruiters, employees or any other company location. Get Set UK will consider these CVs as gifts and will not be responsible for any fees related to CVs received in this unsolicited manner.