Employment Advisor/Job Coach - Local Authority

Employment Adviser

• Hourly Pay: £17.18


• Location: Crystal Peaks, Sheffield


• Job Type: Onsite, 4 to 5 days per week

Join a dedicated team in Sheffield as an Employment Adviser, where you will play a crucial role in supporting young people to overcome barriers to employment and successfully transition into the workforce. This position is based at Crystal Peaks with a potential future relocation to Peaks College.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Provide one-to-one employment advice and guidance to young people referred through DWP.


• Assist individuals in identifying their skills, strengths, experience, and employment goals.


• Help young people create, develop, and enhance their CVs and job applications.


• Offer practical support with job searching and identifying suitable employment opportunities.


• Prepare individuals for interviews and recruitment processes.


• Work to improve the confidence of young people and help them become work-ready.


• Identify potential barriers to employment and collaborate with individuals to develop realistic plans to overcome them.


• Develop individual action plans and monitor progress towards employment.


• Collaborate closely with the onsite DWP Job Coach and other colleagues to provide comprehensive employment support.


• Signpost young people to appropriate training, education, or additional support where required.


• Maintain accurate records of engagement, activities, progress, and outcomes.


• Encourage and motivate young people, providing ongoing support throughout their journey towards employment.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in employment support, employability, careers, recruitment, education, skills, youth services, or a similar environment.


• Proficient in job searching techniques, CV writing, applications, and interview preparation.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building positive relationships with young people from diverse backgrounds.


• Understanding of the barriers young people face when seeking employment.


• Ability to motivate and encourage individuals who may lack confidence or experience.


• Excellent organisation and record-keeping skills.


• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners.


• A positive, patient, and solution-focused approach.


• Confidence in working independently while being part of a wider team.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate.


• Opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of young people.


• Dynamic and supportive working environment.


• Potential for role location to evolve, offering new environments and challenges.

To apply for the Employment Adviser position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in supporting young people in their employment journeys.

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