Supported Employment Practitioner - National
Listed on 2026-11-02
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Social Work
Career & Life Skills Coaching, Community Support Services, Human Services/ Social Work
Full and part‑time positions
Fixed term / secondment until November 2028
INTERNAL ONLY (Devon County Council Employees Only)
National Jobs Guarantee Programme
We are recruiting a team of enthusiastic SEPs to support delivery of the National Jobs Guarantee Programme, helping unemployed young people to access fully funded six‑month paid job opportunities and progress into sustainable employment.
Working closely with participants, employers, Jobcentre Plus and partner organisations, SEPs will provide tailored support before, during and after placements, helping young people build confidence, develop workplace skills and achieve long‑term career goals.
Key Responsibilities- Manage a caseload of young people, providing personalised employment and progression support.
- Prepare participants for work through coaching, action planning and employability support.
- Build relationships with employers to identify placement and employment opportunities.
- Match participants to suitable roles and provide ongoing in‑work support to both employers and participants.
- Work collaboratively with Jobcentre Plus and partner organisations to achieve positive outcomes.
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to programme performance targets.
You will have:
- Experience supporting people to achieve employment, training or personal development goals.
- Strong coaching, communication and relationship‑building skills.
- Experience working with young people and/or individuals facing barriers to employment.
- The ability to engage employers and develop effective partnerships.
- Good organisational, IT and record‑keeping skills.
- A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and person‑centred support.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a flagship programme supporting young people into meaningful employment. You will play a key role in helping participants gain valuable work experience, build confidence and move towards a brighter future. As part of your development, you will have the opportunity to undertake the Supported Employment Practitioner qualification, gaining nationally recognised knowledge and skills in supported employment practices, employer engagement and person‑centred support.
Supported Employment Practitioner - National Jobs Guarantee
• Devon, UK
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