Twin Group
IPS Employment Specialist

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Starting salary £30,000.00 rising to £31,500.00 on successfully completing probation
Full-time, Leicester based with travel to community locations as required
Benefits:
25 days of annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off, Pension contributions, Employee Assistance Programme, Death in service benefit, Career development opportunities, Opportunities for professional development and networking, a dynamic and supportive working environment, plus more.
As an IPS Employment Specialist you will be responsible for delivering high-quality Individual Placement and Support (IPS) employment services to individuals experiencing mental health challenges and other complex barriers to employment.
The role focuses on supporting participants into competitive, sustainable employment through a “place then train” approach, delivering rapid job search, employer engagement and ongoing in-work support in line with IPS fidelity principles.
The post holder will work collaboratively with employers, NHS services, Jobcentre Plus, local authorities and community organisations to ensure participants receive personalised, strengths-based support that improves employment outcomes and long-term progression.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage a caseload of participants in line with IPS fidelity standards (typically up to 20–25 participants). Deliver strengths-based vocational profiling to identify participant goals, skills, preferences and support needs. Support with CVs, interview preparation and job applications Develop and maintain relationships with local employers Promote inclusive recruitment practices and support learners with reasonable adjustments
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Essential Knowledge & Experience
Experience supporting individuals into employment, training or education Experience working with individuals facing barriers into employment Maintaining accurate records and using CRM systems
Desirable Knowledge & Experience
Knowledge of IPS model and principles Experience working in a target-driven / performance-based environment Experience engaging employers and external stakeholders Ability to work as part of a team and independently, with strong organisational and workload management skills
Twin Group is an award-winning provider of education, travel, work experience, accommodation, apprenticeships and employment services.
The successful candidate must be able to work in the UK.
Twin is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Successful applicants will be required to undertake a standard or an enhanced disclosure via the DBS, depending on the role itself.
All gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorily. Proof of identity and qualifications will be required. Successful candidates will be required to complete a one-hour on-line safeguarding training prior to commencing employment


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