At a Glance
- Tasks: Support local residents in low-income households to progress in their employment.
- Company: Join Tameside Council's Employment and Skills Service, making a real difference.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and potential for contract extension.
- Other info: Opportunity for permanent employees to apply and grow within the organisation.
- Why this job: Empower individuals and contribute to community resilience while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience as an Employment Officer and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 31022 - 33699 £ per year.
Contract Type: Fixed term contract (until 31st March 2027)
Contract Reason: Subject to funding
Secondment Opportunity: Permanent employees are encouraged to apply and will be supported as part of our workforce development commitment
Salary: Grade F. Scale 17 - £31,022 to Scale 22 - £33,699
Hours Per Week: 36
Base Location: Tameside One, Market Place, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 6 BH
Assessment Date: To be arranged
The Role: A great opportunity is available in the Employment and Skills Service of Tameside Council, working as part of the front line operational teams who directly support local residents. This post is initially funded until 31 March 2027, with the possibility of further funding to extend until 31 March 2029.
About You: We are looking for an experienced Employment Officer to provide support to employed residents in low income households as part of our in work progression service, working closely with the Crisis Resilience Fund team.
Requirements: This post is a designated customer facing role under the fluency duty and requires a specified level of spoken English in the person specification. Unfortunately, at this time we are not able to offer sponsorship.
For an informal discussion about the role including flexible working please contact Sarah Jamieson, Head of Employment & Skills on 07970 753 953 or email sarah.jamieson@tameside.gov.uk.
