At a Glance
- Tasks: Support clients with mental health needs in securing sustainable employment.
- Company: Join Shaw Trust, a leader in promoting diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, paid volunteering, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Access to learning opportunities and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience with mental health support preferred; strong communication skills essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
As an IPS Employment Specialist you will work with clients, health professionals, service providers and employers to help people with mental health support needs secure sustainable paid employment.
You will manage a caseload and deliver the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) approach, with training provided by the organisation.
Responsibilities
- Provide person‑centred advice and guidance to clients throughout their employment journey.
- Build positive relationships with local employers to match clients with suitable roles.
- Achieve contract‑based targets including Starts on Programme, Job Entries, Job Retention and compliance with the Fidelity delivery model (IPS).
- Apply the IPS delivery model built on 8 key principles and 25 items under the Fidelity Scale.
- Guide clients through the six key stages of the IPS journey: outreach/referral, vocational profiling, action planning, job search, job placement and ongoing job coaching/support.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Experience working with clients who have mental health support needs is preferred.
- Ability to manage multiple cases and meet target‑driven performance metrics.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for engaging with clients and employers.
- Willingness to complete IPS training and adhere to the Fidelity Scale.
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave (increasing to 28 days after 3 years) plus bank holidays.
- Paid volunteering leave (2 days per year).
- Enhanced pension scheme after 6 months of service.
- Life assurance at three times annual salary.
- Learning and development opportunities, including paid apprenticeships and master’s level qualifications.
- Employee diversity networks and health & wellbeing initiatives.
- Flexible working options available from day one.
- Equal Opportunity Statement
Shaw Trust is an equal opportunity employer.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment, meet the National Equality Standard, and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds.
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WLA - IPS/SEQF Employment Specialist in City of Westminster employer: Shaw Trust
Shaw Trust is an exceptional employer that prioritises community impact and employee well-being. With a strong commitment to diversity, employees enjoy generous benefits such as 25 days of annual leave and an enhanced pension scheme, alongside ample opportunities for professional development in the vibrant setting of Greater London.
