Employment Specialist
Job in
West of England, Bristol, Bristol County, BS1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-11-02
Listing for:
The Methodist Church in Britain
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-11-02
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Career & Life Skills Coaching, Community Support Services, Rehabilitation
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Ashley Community & Housing (ACH) offers a one-year fixed-term Employment Specialist post helping refugees and migrants find and keep work. The role provides personalised support under the IPS/SEQF supported employment model, from initial profiling and job searching to employer engagement and in-work help. Much of the work takes place in community and co-located settings, with regular travel across the local area.
Candidates need a full driving licence and own vehicle, plus an IPS qualification or a commitment to gain one within nine months.
- Provide personalised employment support to help individuals overcome barriers, secure work and sustain employment
- Support individuals through each stage of their employment journey, from engagement and vocational profiling to in-work support
- Deliver tailored coaching, skills development and workplace support to build confidence and independence
- Support rapid job searching aligned to individual goals and strengths
- Deliver workplace training and structured support to promote job retention
- Build partnerships with statutory and voluntary sector organisations
- Deliver services from community-based and co-located locations
- Develop and maintain employer relationships
- Maintain accurate records of participant progress and outcomes
- Travel across Bristol and surrounding areas to provide community and workplace support
- GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or equivalent
- Qualification in supported employment/IPS, or willingness to work towards it within nine months
- Experience working with individuals with learning disabilities, ASD, mental health conditions, complex health challenges or disadvantaged groups
- Experience in employability or careers guidance
- Employer engagement experience
- Knowledge of supported employment principles and employer engagement techniques
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong IT literacy (Word, Excel, CRM systems)
- Full, valid driving licence
- Access to own vehicle and ability to travel across Bristol
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
- Pension
- Flexible working
- Employee Recognition Programme
- Training and development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Social gatherings and staff retreats
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