Job overview

Working Well Trust is a mental health and employment charity in London. All of our projects share the aim of improving the lives of people with mental health support needs, learning disabilities and/or complex issues through training and employment.

We are now recruiting IPS Employment Advisors to join our IPS service to join our Kingston & Sutton team. This is a full-time, permanent role working 35 hours per week, following the principles of the IPS model to support people into paid employment. Please note that if you have previously applied for this role, we will not be considering repeat applications on this occasion.

Role

As an IPS Employment Specialist you will play a vital role in helping people with additional support needs on their employment and recovery journey by working with them to find and retain meaningful and fulfilling paid employment.

The Employment Specialist role is dynamic and varied, where no day is the same, and you have the autonomy to structure your day in a way that suits you. You will be focusing on two key areas supporting your clients and engaging with employers and other professionals.

Responsibilities

If you were working with us, your days would be varied and people-centred. You would manage a caseload of clients with mental health support needs, people experiencing homelessness, and people with offending histories, offering one-to-one support to help them secure and sustain employment that matches their preferences.

You would provide person-centred guidance using the IPS approach (training is provided), helping clients build confidence, prepare for work, and navigate challenges that may arise. A key part of the role involves engaging employers, promoting the value of our service, and identifying suitable job opportunities.

You would work closely with NHS clinical teams, contributing to an integrated approach to recovery through employment. This includes attending team meetings, coordinating support, and maintaining clear, client-led communication. The role also involves working to agreed targets while maintaining a high-quality, supportive service.

The person

You do not need previous employment support experience. What matters most is that you bring:

  • A genuine desire to support people with mental health support needs and/or learning disabilities to achieve their employment goals.
  • Motivation to help people from all backgrounds move into meaningful work.
  • Confidence speaking with a wide range of people, from clients to employers.
  • Strong organisation skills, with the ability to multitask and manage your workload.
  • Willingness to learn the IPS model and become confident approaching employers.

We welcome applications from people with lived experience of mental health, personally or through a close contact.