Employment Specialist

Employment Specialist
Salary:£31,000 per annum
Location:Covering Blackburn (With regular travel around area)
Working Pattern:Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm

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 potential employers will be vital!

• Client Assessment
  :
  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 (incl. Resume writing, job Search Strategies etc)
• Employer Engagement
  :
  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

• 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
• 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.

Ingeus is a leading human services provider helping people, business and communities thrive through employment, skills and health & wellbeing services. We are a trusted partner to government and industry delivering services that create positive social impact and transform lives.

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, we’ve 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.
• EAPSupport programme
  available 24/7, including 6 free counselling sessions.
• Private medical insurance
  and
  life assurance
  .
• Up to2 days of Community Giving (volunteering)each year to support a cause that matters to you.
• Eyecarevouchers
  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 everyone’s journey is different, and we’re committed to making our recruitment process as inclusive and accessible as possible. If you require any support or adjustments, whether that’s help with the application, interview format, or anything else, we’re here to listen and work with you to find the best approach.

Please note, if we receive a high volume of applications, the role may be closed early.