Community-Based Employment Specialist

The Growth Company; Burnley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The Growth Company’s Employment team is hiring Employment Specialists to support people facing health conditions or barriers to work across East Lancashire. You’ll work in the community to help clients move into sustainable employment and achieve their goals.

Travel across Burnley and the Ribble Valley is required; a full UK driving licence and access to a car are essential. The role emphasizes tailoring support, job readiness, and collaboration with local employers to create real opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in employability and supporting health-related barriers to employment.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.
• Willingness to travel across Burnley and the Ribble Valley.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of around 24 clients and support into sustainable work.
• Deliver CV writing, job searching, interview prep, and career planning.
• Create Vocational Profiles and Action Plans identifying strengths and goals.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to generate referrals.
• Provide in-work support to clients and employers.
• Identify job opportunities through tailored searches and employer engagement.
• Advise on benefits, health disclosures, and workplace adjustments.
• Maintain accurate records using internal systems.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Outreach

Caseload

Job description

The Growth Company’s Employment team is hiring Employment Specialists to support people facing health conditions or barriers to work across East Lancashire. You’ll work in the community to help clients move into sustainable employment and achieve their goals.

Travel across Burnley and the Ribble Valley is required; a full UK driving licence and access to a car are essential. The role emphasizes tailoring support, job readiness, and collaboration with local employers to create real opportunities.