Employment Specialist - HR, Employability, IPS, Support, Administration

Nottingham (Hybrid) / £18 - £22 per hour / 11 Month Contract - possible extension

My client is urgently looking to recruit two Employment specialists to support them in assisting a small case load of participants into employment. They specialise in upskilling and training people who have physical/ mental health disabilities, who are motivated to return to work.

In this role you will be responsible for supporting a small case load of participants in their job search, continued training, creating a tailored plan of action, and sourcing opportunities for them with local companies.

Initially this role will be for a total of 11 months due to the current funding allocation but may be further extended.

Key Responsibilities

• Use Individual placement support (IPS) to place and train participants
• Meet and support participants to understand their skills, aspirations and goals, completing a vocational profile and a tailored action plan
• Support with job searching, application forms, CV production, interview techniques and career development
• Source job opportunities through a tailored job search and regular contact with local employers, job centers and VCS organisations
• Continue supporting participants post placement by conducting regular visits and reviews

Experience required

• Prior experience helping people in to work
• Previously worked with companies, who are looking to recruit staff
• Understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures
• Knowledge of Employment Law and the Equality act in relation to disability and discrimination
• (desirable) An understanding of the IPS Approach
• (desirable) Career guidance qualification

If you are interested in this role and would like to discuss it further, please apply using your latest CV ASAP to be considered.

HR - IPS - Support - Coaching - Training - Employment - Employability - Customer Service - Communication - Solution-based - Human Resources - POA - Admin - Administration