At a Glance
- Tasks: Help individuals overcome barriers and achieve sustainable employment through tailored support.
- Company: Join Seetec, an employee-owned organisation dedicated to community and personal growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days leave, healthcare plan, and retail discounts.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while building strong community connections.
- Qualifications: Experience in target-driven environments and strong IT skills required.
The predicted salary is between 26000 - 29545 £ per year.
Are you passionate about helping people overcome barriers and achieve sustainable employment? We are looking for an Employment Specialist to join our Connect to Work team in Somerset, supporting individuals with health conditions and disabilities to find and retain meaningful work.
As an Employment Specialist, the successful candidate will manage a caseload of participants, providing personalised advice, guidance and practical support to help them achieve their employment goals. The role involves building strong relationships with local employers, identifying suitable job opportunities, and working closely with health and community partners to deliver holistic, person-centred support.
The successful candidate will be confident engaging with customers, motivating them to overcome challenges, and supporting their progression into sustainable employment. They will also be responsible for maintaining accurate records, achieving performance and quality targets, and delivering an excellent customer experience throughout every stage of the journey.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping people overcome barriers, achieve their goals, and make a lasting difference within their local community. In return for your dedication, knowledge, and commitment, we’re offering a competitive salary range £26,000 to £29,545 per annum (dependent on experience).
- 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day off (with the opportunity to buy additional days)
- Pension - 5% Employee 5% Employer
- Healthcare Cash Plan, incl. 3 x salary life assurance
- Annual Salary Review
- Refer A Friend Scheme
- Free access to Benefit Hub – an online portal with access to a wide range of retail discounts, cycle to work scheme and additional voluntary benefits
Location: Somerset
Hours: 37 hours a week. Monday to Thursday 8.30 am to 5pm, Friday 8.30 am to 4.30pm
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 19 August 2026
Please note that this opportunity is being advertised subject to contract award. Successful candidates will be added to our talent pool and contacted should recruitment proceed following confirmation of the contract.
Key Responsibilities- Manage a caseload of participants, providing tailored support to help them move into sustainable employment.
- Conduct assessments and develop personalised Action Plans to overcome barriers to work.
- Achieve performance, quality, compliance, and customer service targets.
- Build strong relationships with local employers and identify suitable job opportunities.
- Support participants with job applications, interviews, and in-work support.
- Work with partner organisations and specialist services to provide holistic support.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with data protection and safeguarding requirements.
- Champion best practice and adhere to all company policies and procedures.
- Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role.
- Experience working in a target-driven environment.
- Experience delivering services against contractual and quality standards.
- GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft 365 applications and digital communication tools.
- Good understanding of the local labour market.
- Knowledge of self-employment, employability, and recruitment sectors.
- Experience providing information, advice, and guidance to customers.
- Full UK driving licence.
Seetec is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share and uphold this commitment in conjunction with the requirements of the Prevent Duty and the positive promotion of modern British values. Dependent on the role applying to you may be required to process a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS/DS) check. Seetec support the recruitment of ex-offenders and will not discriminate in any way. Our full policy statement of "Ex-Offenders" can be found on our website under "About us". Seetec is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Employment Specialist - (Somerset) employer: Seetec Group Ltd.
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