IPS Employment Specialist — Across the Borough of Wyre – £32,061 (25 Days Holiday, Bank Holidays, Local Government Pension Scheme) – Full‑time, Permanent.
The Role
We are recruiting for an IPS Employment Specialist to support individuals facing barriers to sustainable employment. You will manage a diverse caseload, providing tailored, one‑to‑one support to help customers build confidence, develop skills, and secure meaningful work. Working across the region, you will take a proactive, person‑centred approach—engaging employers, identifying opportunities, and supporting individuals through every stage of their journey into employment. This role is ideal for individuals with a background in recruitment and employability and a passion for making a difference.
Duties
- Manage a caseload of individuals, conducting thorough assessments to identify personal strengths and barriers to employment.
- Design bespoke action plans tailored to each customer’s needs and career goals, addressing specific challenges they may face.
- Guide customers through every step, from job applications to interview preparation, skills development, and workplace integration.
- Help customers build self‑confidence and independence through regular check‑ins, goal setting, and consistent support.
- Offer post‑placement support, ensuring job retention by assisting with challenges that arise during employment.
Required Skills
- Experience in recruitment, sales, employer engagement within a target‑driven environment.
- Strong communication and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to influence and motivate diverse individuals.
- Proven ability to manage a caseload or pipeline and work towards outcomes or KPIs.
- Confidence in engaging with employers and identifying job opportunities (business development mindset).
- Experience providing advice, guidance, or coaching to support individuals to achieve goals.
- Organised, proactive, and solution‑focused approach.
- Genuine passion for supporting people to overcome barriers and progress into sustainable employment.
Additional requirements: Hold a valid driving licence and have access to your own vehicle. You must also complete an online DBS check.
