At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a diverse caseload, providing tailored support to help customers secure meaningful work.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on supporting individuals facing barriers to employment in Lancashire.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, bank holidays, and a Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Other info: A driving licence and access to a vehicle are required for this role.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by helping individuals build confidence and achieve sustainable employment.
- Qualifications: Experience in recruitment or employer engagement within a target-driven environment is essential.
The predicted salary is between 32061 - 32061 £ per year.
We are recruiting for an IPS Employment Specialist to support individuals facing barriers into sustainable employment. You will manage a diverse caseload, providing tailored, one-to-one support to help customers build confidence, develop skills, and secure meaningful work. Working across the region, you will take a proactive, person-centred approach engaging employers, identifying opportunities, and supporting individuals through every stage of their journey into employment.
Key duties
- Manage a caseload of individuals, conducting thorough assessments to identify personal strengths and barriers to employment.
- Design bespoke action plans tailored to each customer’s needs and career goals, addressing specific challenges they may face.
- Guide customers through every step, from job applications to interview preparation, skills development, and workplace integration.
- Help customers build self-confidence and independence through regular check-ins, goal setting, and consistent support.
- Offer post-placement support, ensuring job retention by assisting with challenges that arise during employment.
Required skills
- Experience in recruitment, sales, employer engagement, all within a target-driven environment.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and motivate diverse individuals.
- Proven ability to manage a caseload or pipeline and work towards outcomes or KPIs.
- Confidence in engaging with employers and identifying job opportunities (business development mindset).
- Experience providing advice, guidance, or coaching to support individuals to achieve goals.
- Organised, proactive, and solution-focused approach.
- Genuine passion for supporting people to overcome barriers and progress into sustainable employment.
Due to the nature of this role, you will hold a driving licence and have access to your own vehicle. You will also be required to complete an online Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check if offered the position.
IPS Employment Specialist. Job in Lancashire Education & Training Jobs employer: Aspire Recruitment
This role is based in Lancashire, where you will be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to empowering individuals. The position offers a competitive salary of £32,061 and generous benefits including a Local Government Pension Scheme. You will engage with local employers to create job opportunities for those in need.
