Southampton City Council
Employment Officer
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About the Role
We are looking for a motivated, passionate self-starter who wants to kickstart a career in the employment support sector. This position, with on-the-job training, is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference and support those with health needs & other barriers across the Southampton community.
As an IPS Employment Officer you will play a vital role in helping people with health needs & other barriers find meaningful and fulfilling employment. You’ll receive all the training and support you need to take on the role and develop your skills. Joining a passionate and driven team, you’ll be working towards creating a fairer and more inclusive society for people with health needs and disadvantages.
What We Are Looking For
- Communication: Ability to initiate and develop relationships with a variety of individuals and be able to engage employers using a variety of methods such as via the telephone or face-to-face in the community.
- Record keeping: Strong attention to detail, ensuring accurate and timely recording of case notes and data, essential for monitoring progress and achieving targets.
- Collaboration: The ability to work seamlessly within a multidisciplinary team, forging connections and enhancing the overall care experience for participants.
- Resilience: The determination to overcome setbacks, find solutions, and continue advocating for participants, even in the face of challenges.
- Innovation: Bringing fresh ideas to the table, exploring creative ways to break down employment barriers, and promoting inclusive practices within the workplace.
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Role Responsibilities
As an IPS Employment Officer, you will:
- Support and motivate individuals with health conditions to access and sustain paid employment.
- Regularly meet with clients to listen, offer support and help them identify their best job match, reflecting their skills and aspirations.
- Support the clients through CV production, interview techniques and managing their health at work.
- Advocate for your clients by educating and engaging with employers regarding the IPS service.
- Source job opportunities for your clients through regular contact with local employers within the community.
- Promote employment and raise expectations around the ability of service users to access paid employment, breaking down the barriers for them.
What We Can Offer You
- Salary: The salary band for this role is £37,280 - £40,778 per annum. The starting salary is £37,280 with annual progression through the salary bands.
- Benefits:
- Excellent Death in service benefit of x3 salary, and optional salary sacrifice shared cost AVC (additional voluntary contribution)
- Generous holiday 25–31 days, based on role and service
- Flexible working options (role-dependent)
- Family-friendly policies - Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Shared/Unpaid Parental Leave, Time off for Dependents
- Training and development, including coaching and mentoring
- Health and wellbeing support - Employee Assistance Programme, Menopause Pledge, Mental Health First Aiders and access to a variety of staff networks
- Veteran-friendly employer with the Armed Forces Covenant
- Retail discounts and savings through the Southampton City Council benefits platform
- Discounted memberships at local sports and fitness centres
- Sustainable travel benefits - low emission car scheme, cycle to work, season ticket loans
- Employee volunteering scheme with 2 paid days leave to volunteer
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Contact Information
For further information and details regarding the role, please contact Harjit Brown
- Email: Recruitment contact details
- Tel: 023 8083 4033
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