Community-Based IPS Employment Specialist

Red 5 People; Winchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 days holiday

Mileage paid at 45p per mile

Job summary

Red 5 People in Winchester is recruiting an IPS Employment Specialist to join a supportive, close-knit team delivering high-quality Individual Placement and Support services across the area. The role focuses on helping people with mental health challenges secure sustainable employment as part of their recovery journey.

You’ll work within clinical teams, collaborating with healthcare professionals while also building strong relationships with local employers.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Ability to travel across the Winchester area
• Strong organisational and admin skills
• Genuine interest in supporting people with mental health needs into employment

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of around 20 clients, providing tailored, person-centred employment support
• Meeting clients face-to-face in the community to develop career plans, CVs, and job search strategies
• Actively engaging with local employers to identify opportunities (including hidden jobs)
• Supporting clients with interviews, applications, and in-work support
• Providing guidance around benefits, disclosure, and workplace adjustments
• Attending clinical meetings and contributing to a holistic recovery approach
• Maintaining accurate records using IPS systems and contributing to performance targets

Skills

Proactive

Self-driven

Resilient

Communication

Employer engagement

Team player

Job description

Red 5 People in Winchester is recruiting an IPS Employment Specialist to join a supportive, close-knit team delivering high-quality Individual Placement and Support services across the area. The role focuses on helping people with mental health challenges secure sustainable employment as part of their recovery journey.

You’ll work within clinical teams, collaborating with healthcare professionals while also building strong relationships with local employers.