At a Glance
- Tasks: Help individuals overcome challenges and thrive in meaningful work.
- Company: Join a community-focused health service with a reputation for excellence.
- Benefits: Pension scheme, career progression, bonuses, and supportive team environment.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities for evening/weekend work.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in people's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Passion for helping others, strong communication, and organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Do you believe everyone deserves the chance to thrive in meaningful work? Are you passionate about helping people overcome challenges and reach their full potential? You may be just the person we need! The Better Health Generation is a community of work-focused health services and experts, providing individuals and organisations access to high-quality, evidence-based and cost-effective health solutions that support performance, improve staff turnover and commitment and deliver tangible results.
We work within the following sectors:
- Employability & Skills
- Justice
- Housing Associations
- Corporate
- Charities
We are looking for an enthusiastic Employment Specialist with a passion for helping others overcome challenges and barriers, who is experienced in delivering empathetic and practical support, to build resilience, and a solution-focused mindset, helping individuals stay in meaningful employment.
Duties will include:
- Champion our customers
- Develop individual action plans
- Monitor progress
- Identify opportunities
- Signposting and specialist support
- Maintain accurate records
- Work in partnership
Location: The role will be based in Lancashire with travel expected across the area (Fylde, Lancaster, Morcombe, Wyre) throughout the week – please note this is a community-based project.
Qualifications & Essential Criteria: You will have a creative problem-solving and a solution-focused mindset, with the ability to motivate, inspire, and confidently challenge others. You’ll be an excellent communicator, approachable, and empathetic—while staying highly organised, performance-driven, and determined to make a real, positive impact in people’s lives.
Essential requirements include:
- A passion for helping people overcome barriers and succeed
- Experience supporting individuals with health conditions or disabilities
- Strong coaching and motivational skills
- Ability to build partnerships and networks
- Great organisational skills and caseload management experience
- Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings/weekends
What we offer:
- Company contribution pension scheme
- Friendly and supportive team
- Career progression and academic research opportunities
- Induction training and ongoing support
- Opportunity to earn bonuses post probation
- Tenure and birthday bonus
Address: Building 4, Foundation Park, Roxborough Way, Maidenhead, United Kingdom, SL6 3UD
Employment Specialist (In Work) in Lancaster employer: Thebetterhealthgeneration
The Better Health Generation is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive while making a meaningful impact in their communities. With a strong focus on career progression, ongoing training, and a friendly team culture, we empower our Employment Specialists to help individuals overcome barriers to employment, all while enjoying benefits such as a company pension scheme and performance bonuses. Located in the vibrant region of Lancashire, this role offers the unique opportunity to engage with diverse communities and contribute to transformative health solutions.
