Employment Job Broker
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Salary: £26,228 - £30,933
Location: Blackpool
Working pattern: Full time, 36.25 hours per week. Fixed term contract until March 2028
About the role
Groundwork Cheshire, Lancashire & Merseyside is looking for an Employment Job Broker to work across Blackpool. You will be the link between young people seeking employment and employers with workforce needs. The role centres on creating, sourcing and securing good-quality jobs, work placements and apprenticeships for programme participants.
You will build strong relationships with local employers, identify recruitment opportunities and match participants to suitable vacancies. You will also support participants directly, helping them overcome barriers and move into sustainable work.
What you'll be doing
Building relationships with local employers to generate vacancies and address their skills needs
Sourcing and securing employment, work placement and apprenticeship opportunities
Matching participants to suitable opportunities
Working with Jobcentre Plus, training providers and community partners
Supporting participants with vocational profiling, action planning and coaching
Preparing participants for interview and providing in-work support
Promoting inclusive recruitment and workforce development with employers
What you'll bring
Strong communication skills and the confidence to build relationships with employers
A proactive, solutions-focused approach
The ability to create opportunities for people who face barriers to work
A commitment to helping people achieve their potential
Interest in inclusive recruitment and delivering social impact in local communities
What's on offer
Salary of £26,228 - £30,933
Full time role, 36.25 hours per week
Fixed term contract until March 2028
The chance to work with employers and young people across Blackpool, in a role where your success is measured by the opportunities you create
Additional information
Closing date: 23rd October 2026
Interviews will take place in person on 29th October. xgikmsk Applicants will be contacted shortly after the closing date with an update on their application.
Employment Job Broker in Ince-in-Makerfield employer: Groundwork
Groundwork NE & Cumbria is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees while making a meaningful impact in the community. With a supportive work culture that values empathy and collaboration, you will have the opportunity to empower young individuals aged 18-24, helping them overcome barriers and achieve their career aspirations. Located in a vibrant area, the company offers unique advantages such as flexible working arrangements and access to professional development resources, ensuring that you thrive both personally and professionally.
