Job overview

Based in Kent, a full time role is available to join this organisation as an Employment Advisor within the Connect to Work employability team.
You will be working to break down barriers to employment and helping clients move back into work through exemplary case management, support, advice, advocacy, and signposting to relevant services.

Role

Join our dedicated local authority team as an Employment Advisor and support individuals who have been out of work for extended periods. You will be part of the Connect to Work employability team, working to break down barriers to employment and helping clients move back into work through exemplary case management, support, advice, advocacy, and signposting to relevant services.

Benefits of this role:
Competitive hourly rate.
Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Contribution to meaningful work that makes a real difference in people’s lives.

Responsibilities

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Manage a high volume or complex caseload, delivering job search processes for new and existing clients to support them into sustainable employment.
  • Motivate and support clients in their job search activities, including benefits assessments, developing realistic individual action plans, and offering job search support courses.
  • Deliver employability support under the IPS and SEQF models to both clients and employers, adhering to the Fidelity Scales within the Fidelity Assurance System.
  • Organise and coordinate employment interviews and referrals for training as necessary.
  • Develop and maintain an understanding of government initiatives around supporting disengaged, socially, and economically excluded clients.
  • Develop and deliver workshops covering a range of areas including CV preparation, interview techniques, and job application processes.
  • Work with clients to develop and update their CVs and personal statements, making employer introductions where appropriate.
  • Ensure all paperwork is completed by clients, maintain client files, track activity, monitor and update systems.
  • Produce weekly reports on caseload, achievement of outcomes, and maintain the correct level of audit material.

The person

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • GCSE education A-C level in English & Maths or equivalent.
  • Proven substantial experience in a recruitment or employment advisory environment.
  • Knowledge of the Welfare to Work benefits system.
  • Proficient in using ICT packages, including Microsoft Office Suite and databases.
  • Ability to organise own caseload and achieve employment outcome targets.
  • Understanding of issues that create barriers to employment and relevant supporting legislation/best practices, including information security and data protection.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to tailor approaches to individual client needs.

To apply for the Employment Adviser position, please submit your CV on the Reed website.