Employment Specialist

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Employment Specialist Salary:

upto £37,796 + Package Location:

Covering North Yorkshire (role includes regular travel) We are excited to announce we have been awarded Connect to Work North Yorkshire [Subject to Challenge] As an

Employment Specialist , you will champion a strengths-based approach to employment, prioritising an individuals potential and working with employers to foster inclusive workplaces where everyone can succeed. This role is about more than just employment-its about driving social impact, building confidence, and creating lasting change for individuals and their communities.

What Youll Be Doing: Make a real impact : Taking a hands-on, proactive and flexible approach to support individuals with complex challenges to secure and retain sustainable employment. Build a supportive culture:

Build strong partnerships with local support organisations and co-locating to provide seamless support, (local government, NHS integrated care systems, voluntary and community organisations). Managing a

small caseload

of motivated participants who have been out of work or never worked due to disability or long-term health conditions, providing comprehensive

tailored

one-to-one employment support. Create In work

SMART action

plans that identify clear learning goals and address any challenges identified during the transition into the labour market to support sustainable employment such as, CV creation, applications and interviews, promoting rapid job search strategies, aiming to engage participants with the job market within 4 weeks of programme start. Create social change : Establishing and maintaining

strong employer relationships

to create job opportunities that align with individual strengths and aspirations. Innovate and inspire:

Delivering

disability awareness

to employers, helping them create inclusive, supportive workplace What Youll Bring A

proactive mindset

with the ability to adapt to change and think on your feet. Strong

emotional intelligence , capable of handling sensitive conversations with empathy and professionalism. Confident communication and presentation skills. A solid understanding of employment services, welfare-to-work initiatives, and the challenges faced by individuals returning to work. Confidence in

networking , relationship-building, and engaging with employers and community organisations. Excellent

organisational and time management skills

with the ability to manage a busy workload effectively. A commitment to

continuous development

and learning. Experience in a

performance and quality driven

environment Awareness of

disability policies and employment legislation . Willingness and ability to

travel

within the local area. Desirable but Not Essential: Knowledge and experience of the

IPS/ SEQF models

and principles. Experience supporting individuals with

complex needs , including disabilities or long-term health conditions. A background in

community outreach , stakeholder engagement, or employment services.

At Ingeus, weve spent time listening to our employees to build our benefits package; 25 days of annual leave

plus bank holidays, with the option to trade for additional leave. EAP Support programme

available 24/7, including 6 free counselling sessions. Private medical insurance

and

life assurance . Up to

2 days of Community Giving (volunteering)

each year to support a cause that matters to you. Eyecare vouchers

to help with glasses or eye care. Online Shopping discounts Cycle to Work scheme

and

travel season ticket loan . Long service awards

to celebrate your commitment. Salary Finance

offering financial education and advice. The opportunity to purchase extra benefits like

critical illness cover

and

dental insurance . We understand that everyones journey is different, and were committed to making our recruitment process as inclusive and accessible as possible. If you require any support or adjustments-whether thats help with the application, interview format, or anything else-were here to listen and work with you to find the best approach. Our goal is to ensure you can showcase your skills and potential in a way that works for you. Please dont hesitate to contact us to discuss how we can support you Please note, if we receive a high volume of applications, the role may be closed early.

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