Ingeus
Employment Specialist
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Employment Specialist
Salary: £30,000 per annum + Benefits Location: Covering East Lancashire (including Blackburn, Darwen, Hyndburn, Pendle and Rossendale)
As an Employment Specialist, you will champion a strengths-based approach to employment, prioritising an individual’s potential and working with employers to foster inclusive workplaces where everyone can succeed. This is a target-driven role where your ability to engage, motivate and connect with employers will be vital.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Client Assessment:
- Take a hands-on, proactive and flexible approach to support individuals with complex challenges, ensuring they secure and retain sustainable employment.
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Build a Supportive Culture:
- Strengthen partnerships with local support organisations, including government services, NHS integrated care systems, voluntary and community groups.
- Work closely across services to provide seamless support.
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One-to-One Employment Support:
- Coach motivated participants who have been out of work or never worked due to disability/long-term health conditions.
- Provide tailored employment support, including resume writing, job search strategies, and personalised career planning.
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Employer Engagement:
- Establish and maintain strong employer relationships to create job opportunities aligned with individual strengths and aspirations.
- Deliver disability awareness training, helping employers create inclusive, supportive workplaces.
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- Innovation and Inspiration:
- Drive progressive employment solutions by sparking mentorship and partnership growth within your community.
What You’ll Bring
- A proactive mindset, with the ability to adapt to change, think on your feet, and solve problems creatively.
- Strong emotional intelligence, capable of handling sensitive conversations with empathy and professionalism.
- Solid understanding of employment services, welfare-to-work initiatives, and challenges faced by individuals returning to work.
- Confidence in networking, relationship-building, and engaging with diverse stakeholders, including employers and community organisations.
Desirable but not essential:
- Knowledge and experience of IPS/SEQF models and principles.
- Experience supporting individuals with complex needs, including disabilities or long-term health conditions.
- Background in community outreach, stakeholder engagement, or employment services.
Benefits at Ingeus
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We’ve tailored our benefits package based on employee feedback—here’s what’s on offer:
- Time Off & Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Trade for additional leave if needed.
- Employee Assistance (EAP): 24/7 support programme, including 6 free counselling sessions.
- Healthcare: Private medical insurance and life assurance.
- Volunteering: Up to 2 days of Community Giving (volunteering) per year to support causes meaningful to you.
- Welfare: Eyecare vouchers plus discounts on online shopping.
- Flexibility: Cycle to Work scheme and travel season ticket loan.
- Recognition: Long-service awards to celebrate commitment.
- Financial Comfort:
- Salary Finance offering financial education and advice.
- Option to purchase additional benefits, including critical illness cover and dental insurance.
Accessible Recruitment Process
We commit to inclusive and accessible recruitment. If you need support or adjustments—such as assistance with the application, flexible interview formats, or accommodations—please contact us without hesitation. Let’s work together to make your experience successful.
Note: If we receive a high volume of applications, this role may be closed early.
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