At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals in their journey to employment through training and personal guidance.
- Company: Join a community-focused organisation dedicated to empowering local individuals.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Dynamic role with a focus on community engagement and personal growth.
- Why this job: Help transform lives by guiding people towards sustainable employment opportunities.
- Qualifications: Experience in employment support and strong relationship-building skills required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
- Fixed Term until September 2027 – 35 hours per week
- Job Role
The Community Employment Coach will engage individuals from communities experiencing high levels of deprivation, supporting them on their journey towards employment.
The role involves guiding individuals from initial engagement through skills development, training, and ultimately securing sustainable employment.
This includes facilitating employment focused training academies, helping participants gain qualifications, and building relationships with employers to create job and work experience opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Actively engage individuals in Root Cause communities who are unemployed or underemployed, supporting them to develop a personalised employment pathway.
- Provide 1-1 and group-based support, including CV building, interview preparation, job searching, and career guidance.
- Identify and address barriers to employment, referring participants to additional services where needed (e. g., childcare, mental health support, financial advice).
- Monitor participant progress, adjusting support plans to ensure long-term employability and stability.
- Provide direct support to 75 individuals across Root Cause communities.
- Support the delivery of employment training academy programmes designed to equip individuals with skills, accredited qualifications, and workplace readiness.
- Work in collaboration with training providers to ensure participants receive relevant and high-quality training.
- Facilitate workshops and employability sessions focused on practical workplace skills and confidence-building.
- English Language and Mathematics at grade C or above
- Minimum of 1 years experience in an employment support role to include:
- Proven ability to build relationships with employers, training providers, and community organisations.
- Experience in facilitating employability workshops, one-to-one support, or group training sessions.
- Experience managing a caseload, supporting individuals at different stages of their employment journey.
- Experience working within a multi-agency framework to support individuals holistically.
- Strong understanding of barriers to employment and strategies to overcome them through targeted support.
- Knowledge of training, qualification pathways, and employability skills development.
- Knowledge of IT systems, including Microsoft Office and case management software.
- The candidate must hold a full and current driving licence valid in the UK with access to a car and business insurance on appointment.
- Qualification in employability, career guidance, social work, community development, or a related field
- Knowledge and/or experience of Community Work.
- Application
A satisfactory Access NI Enhanced / Standard disclosure or Garda Clearance is required prior to commencement of employment.
Bryson adheres to Access NI Code of Practice available upon request.
The closing date for the receipt of completed applications
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Employment Coach employer: Bryson Group
Bryson Group is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of both its employees and the families it serves. With a strong commitment to professional growth, our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, ensuring that Early Years Assistants have access to ongoing training and resources. Located in Lisburn, we offer a rewarding environment where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families while enjoying a fulfilling career.
