Employer Engagement Officer

Mencap; Worcester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Employer Engagement Officer to engage with employers and secure job placements for learners with disabilities in Worcester. This full-time role manages both employer relations and intern support to enhance job opportunities. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

32 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Service-related sick pay

Access to Mencap Pension Plan

Death in service cover

Interest-free season ticket loans

Discounts and cashback at retailers

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in maintaining records using IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead employer engagement for the Worcester team.
• Build relationships with employers to secure work placements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Experience in employer engagement and marketing

Job description

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Do you have a background in sales, employer engagement, or recruitment? If yes, then this could be the role for you. We have an exciting opportunity for the right candidate as an Employer Engagement Officer. The role involves engaging with employers to secure work placements and jobs for our young learners with learning disabilities and/or autism in the Worcester area.

This role is full-time (37.5 hours per week) and permanent. At Mencap, we value diversity and inclusion and support the success of our colleagues. We welcome applications from everyone. Join us and be part of Mencap!

As an Employer Engagement Officer, you will lead employer engagement for the Worcester team. Your responsibilities include building strong relationships with employers across various sectors to secure work placements and negotiate paid employment for supported interns. Interns are supported in the workplace by a Skills Coach, and you will oversee their progress to ensure placements lead to independence and paid work.

What does our Supported Internship programme offer?

• Raise aspirations
• Build skills and confidence
• Enhance understanding of employment
• Showcase what learners can offer employers
• Support progression to paid work
• Generate links with local employers for placement opportunities
• Identify pathways and work-related opportunities with designated employers
• Sustain relationships with key employers through visits and needs assessment
• Develop stakeholder and partnership relationships to create employment opportunities
• Manage job coaches

What will you need to be an Employer Engagement Officer?

• Ability to work independently
• Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with learners, employers, professionals, and parents/carers
• Proficiency in maintaining accurate records using IT systems
• Employer engagement and marketing experience is preferred, as creating work opportunities is a key aspect of the role

Please see the Job Description for a detailed list of responsibilities, experiences, and key skills. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. For more info, visit the direct gov website.

Benefits

In addition to making a positive difference, you will receive fair pay and a range of rewards and benefits:

• 32 days holiday (including bank holidays), increasing to 35 days with long service, plus options to buy up to 10 additional days via HolidayPlus
• Service-related sick pay after 6 months
• Eligibility to join the Mencap Pension Plan with employer contributions up to 5% (salary sacrifice basis), with auto-enrollment after three months
• Death in service cover up to 3 times salary and 50% salary income protection after 26 weeks of long-term sickness
• Loans for various needs after 6 months of employment
• Interest-free season ticket loans
• Discounts and cashback at various retailers through Mencap Extras

Please note: Non-passport holders may need a work permit. For more info, check our Blog. Do not provide bank or payment details when applying. Applications must be submitted via the 'Apply now' button. This job posting was created on 02/06/2025 by TN, United Kingdom.