Career Coach & Employment Support Specialist

TipTopJob; Thanet District; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Training and development opportunities

Health cashback

Season ticket loan

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

The Forward Trust in Thanet is seeking Employment Specialists to join the Connect to Work team. This full-time role (35 hours per week, with part-time or reduced hours considered) focuses on helping people with barriers to employment gain confidence, overcome challenges and move towards a better future.

Youll support individuals facing mental health challenges, disabilities or other life circumstances to find meaningful work, sustain employment and progress toward greater independence.

Responsibilities

• CV writing, job applications and interview preparation
• Career coaching, confidence building and job searching
• Delivering one-to-one and group support sessions
• Building relationships with local employers and identifying opportunities
• Supporting inclusive workplaces and reasonable adjustments
• Providing in-work support to help people sustain and progress in employment
• Working closely with community organisations, health services and training providers to remove barriers and create joined-up support

Job description

The Forward Trust in Thanet is seeking Employment Specialists to join the Connect to Work team. This full-time role (35 hours per week, with part-time or reduced hours considered) focuses on helping people with barriers to employment gain confidence, overcome challenges and move towards a better future.

Youll support individuals facing mental health challenges, disabilities or other life circumstances to find meaningful work, sustain employment and progress toward greater independence.