Job Summary
We are looking for an IPS Employment Specialist to join WithYou in West Cornwall. Do you believe you have the skills to support people back into employment? Do you take pride in what you do, and can you think creatively about how different organisations can work together to deliver a better service? Are you happy to talk with employers and help match people into meaningful work? If so we'd love to hear from you.
About Us
We are part of a large integrated drug and alcohol service working with some of Cornwall's most excluded and disadvantaged people. We provide support, respect, and a safe environment, tailoring our approach to each individuals needs to discover the best treatment and care options. WithYou is all about working with our clients to find the right path for them to get to where they want to be, and you will be joining an amazing team of people who go the extra mile to make that happen. We strive to empower individuals to reshape their lives, foster personal growth, and embrace life to its fullest.
WithYou provides free and confidential support, without judgement, to more than 100,000 people every year experiencing challenges with drugs, alcohol and mental health across England and Scotland.
Our name reflects who we are a positive place where people can progress, connect with others and get friendly, expert help in a way thats right for them.
Our staff team changes lives. If youre passionate about helping people get the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol and mental health, wed love to hear from you.
Details
Date posted: 30 January 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £27,500 to £27,500 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: oc-1769773486-ZB6M4
Job locations: penzance, Penzance, TR18 2JD
Job Description
Job responsibilities: Please see the linked job description and person specification for more information on the role and its responsibilities.
Person Specification
Essential
* Experience of recruitment processes and employability skills development
* Experience of supporting individuals with complex needs to gain and or maintain employment
* Have a Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car
* Have the ability to develop relationships with multiple stakeholders, including employers, partner agencies, clients and their family/carer
* Have experience of multi-agency partnership working
* Have sound knowledge of best practice in the provision of addictions and/or employability and employment services
* Knowledge and understanding of issues faced by people in treatment/ recovery in the job market, and in employability and employment services
* Be able to lead and motivate others, nurture and encourage clients
* Have strong IT skills - ideally in Google Workspace
* Be organised and have excellent time management skills
* Have flexibility to work from different locations in order to deliver the services required and ability to work flexible and unsocial hours as required
Note: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
We Are With You
Address
penzance
Penzance
TR18 2JD
Employer\'s website
https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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