Connect to Work IPS Team Manager - Interviewing asap

£47k Permanent Full Time

Haringey, London

We are looking for a successful and driven experienced Employability Team Manager to manage a small team of Employment Specialists providing supervision, training, caseload management, and role modelling of the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) approach, as part of the holistic recovery plan for health service users. The Team Manager will provide a pivotal role in managing a high-quality service that meets Fidelity standards and delivers positive outcomes for service users. You will work with clients (manage a small caseload) who have health support needs, to assist them in securing sustainable paid employment in line with their preferences.

Progression: Over 77% of our clients managers progressed from other roles within the organisation. Development: They are Investors In People accredited and have delivered over 3000 hours of staff training & development activity in the past 12 months. Inclusivity: As a Disability Confident Level 3 Leader and a Mindful Employer, they are totally committed to inclusive recruitment, selection and progression. Job Satisfaction: Whatever role you choose, by joining our clients team you'll be contributing to work improving the lives of vulnerable and disadvantaged people.

Core Responsibilities:
Effectively manage a high-quality service that adheres to the principles of IPS best practice
Drive and monitor stakeholder engagement to ensure development of a robust referral pipeline
Attend multidisciplinary team meetings, delivering presentations as needed to promote provision
Monitor and manage performance of the IPS Employment Specialists - guide them individually on best practice and achieving individual and team job outcome targets
Create a culture of continuous improvement
Identify training needs of staff and arrange appropriate training to support with continuous professional development
Support the design and delivery of in-house staff training and development (including facilitating peer learning and best practice)
Involve service users in co-production of service developments where possible, supported by the Line Manager
Coordinate the work of Employment Specialists in a region in relation to building relationships with employers to effectively access the hidden labour market, external agencies and delivery of job seeking groups
Where needed, support a small caseload of complex cases, typically up to 5 service users at any one time
Identify barriers for service excellence and work with internal and external stakeholders to implement solutions to ensure a high-fidelity service

Relationship Management
Arrange regular meetings with clients to monitor and review progress pre and post-employment
Meet with the Line Manager to agree priorities and work plans
Spend time getting to know local employers, in order to negotiate job opportunities that meet each individual's strengths, needs, abilities and preferences
Arrange/facilitate education and support to employers, as agreed with the individual, which may include negotiating adjustments, return to work strategy and on-going contact with the employer to ensure job retention
Develop effective working relationships with a range of external agencies who can help individuals to achieve their employment goals. This may include local colleges and training providers.

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