At a Glance
- Tasks: Help clients gain skills and confidence for work through training and support.
- Company: Join Poplar HARCA, a leading organisation in urban regeneration.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days leave, health plans, and fun team events.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal growth and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in providing employment advice and creating CVs.
The predicted salary is between 37121 - 39302 £ per year.
Poplar HARCA is an award-winning housing and regeneration organisation with a national reputation for innovative urban and social regeneration.
They are looking for an Employment & Training Officer to join them in Poplar, London. As an Employment & Training Officer, you will deliver employment and training related information, advice and guidance to clients to enable them to develop the skills and confidence to access work experience, training courses or Further Education.
You will proactively outreach at external locations and partner agencies to ensure high take up of opportunities offered through the Employment and Training Team. You will secure employment outcomes for clients through provision of IAG, job brokerage, training and complementary support. You will also engage with employers and partner agencies to secure job opportunities, apprenticeships and work experience placements and broker these for clients.
What you will need:
- Proven track record or delivering employment and training related Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) to unemployed people on a 1-2 or small group basis
- Knowledge of welfare and employment related benefits
- Experience of creating quality CVs, Supporting Statements and job applications
- Ability to support clients with multiple and complex needs and an understanding of the barriers they face
- Ability to coach and motivate clients
Benefits:
- 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays and 3 extra days off between Christmas and the New Year
- Health cash plan covering medical, dental, wellness and vision
- Opportunity to join a pension scheme with generous employer contributions
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Staff conferences & away days
- Lunch & Learns to gain insights into different teams and projects
- Eid Lunch & Summer BBQs
- Fun evening and lunch time events for staff
- Volunteering opportunities
- Charity fundraising challenges
- Wellbeing activities to support your health and happiness
Due to the nature of this post, employment in this role is dependent on a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
We’re looking for people to match our passion and help us make a difference. If you’re ready to collaborate, use your skills, and help transform our corner of east London, we want to hear from you!
Location: London, E14 6DA
Salary: £37,121-£39,302 pa (for 30 hours a week) + benefits
Hours: Part time, 30 hours per week
Contract: Fixed term contract for 2 years
Employment and Training Officer employer: Poplar Harca
Poplar HARCA is an exceptional employer that champions innovation and diverse perspectives, making it a vibrant place for professionals passionate about community sustainability and impact. Located in Greater London, the organisation fosters a collaborative leadership culture, offering meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth while actively contributing to the betterment of the community. Joining Poplar HARCA means being part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to challenging the status quo and driving positive change.
