Employment Specialist - Camden Employment Service in London

We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for an Employment Specialist to play a pivotal role in our Employment Services in Camden.

To support service users with mental illness, empower and upskill them in job searching and ultimately help them become successful in their job search and build their confidence in the job market to support their recovery from crisis.

What do I need to bring with me?

• You will need to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn.
• We value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
• You will bring experience managing a caseload of up to twenty clients, applying the 8 principles of IPS to support individuals in securing and sustaining employment through both job search activity and employer engagement.
• You will have proven experience working collaboratively with clinical teams, external agencies, and employers, ensuring a joined up, multidisciplinary approach that integrates employment and mental health support.
• Strong job sourcing and employer engagement skills are essential, with the ability to identify suitable opportunities, build lasting employer relationships, and support clients into meaningful work.
• You will be highly organised, with excellent administrative skills and the ability to manage documentation, monitor KPIs, and meet performance targets such as job outcomes and retention while ensuring compliance with service standards and protocols.
• A client centred approach is key, providing tailored support to both clients and employers throughout job placement and sustainment, including guidance around benefits and employment transitions.
• You will be self-motivated, adaptable, and committed to professional development, with strong time management skills, professional boundaries, and the flexibility to work effectively across community and clinical settings.

Interview Steps

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: You will have a face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.
• Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer. Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

Important Information for Candidates

If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

Work Pattern: Flexi (Flexi hours Monday - Friday, Core hours 10am - 4pm, Bank holidays not inclusive in holiday allowance) Full-time, Permanent Full Time Equivalent Salary: £32,838.46