Job Title: Connect to Work Integration & Partnership Co-ordinator Salary: £32,000 per annum Location: Preston, Fylde & Wyre Job Summary The Integration and Partnership Co-ordinator will support the effective delivery of the Connect to Work programme by coordinating integrated working and building strong partnerships across internal teams and external organisations. The post holder will act as a central point of contact for partners, ensuring services are joined up, referral pathways are effective, and collaborative working supports positive employment outcomes for participants. The Integration and Partnership Co-ordinator will contribute to shaping and embedding partnership and integration practices across the delivery team. Main Duties & Responsibilities Core Responsibilities Act as the central point of coordination for integration and partnership activity within the Connect to Work delivery team. Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of integrated working partnerships across internal teams and external partners and stakeholders. Market the Connect to Work provision in person and remotely. Coordinate partnership activity to ensure services are aligned and focused on positive participant employment outcomes. Support the management of clear referral pathways and operational processes between Connect to Work and partner organisations. Work closely with delivery staff to ensure partners understand programme aims, eligibility criteria, processes, and participant journeys. Identify gaps, risks, duplication, or barriers in partnership working and support the development of practical solutions. Coordinate and support partnership meetings, multi-agency forums, and working groups, including preparation of agendas, tracking actions, and follow-up. Support the collection, monitoring, and reporting of performance data, outputs, and outcomes. Contribute to continuous service improvement by sharing learning, good practice, and feedback from partners and delivery teams. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of engagement and activity in line with data protection, information security, and information governance requirements. Knowledge & Experience Essential: More than one years experience and track record of success in a business-to-business sales environment, in account management or business development. Experience of working as part of a service delivery team, collaborating effectively with others to deliver services. Strong knowledge of the local labour market. Knowledge of employment legislation governing recruitment practices. Analytical ability to use intelligence to maximise business opportunities. Strong communication and ability to build new and lasting partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders. Understanding of the employment needs and challenges faced by people who experience health and disability barriers. Ability to develop knowledge of a broad range of occupations and jobs. Experience/understanding of working with people with health support needs, or a similar client group.