Employment Engagement Advisor

TEC Partnership; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Membership

30 Days Annual Leave pro rata

Christmas Closure Days

Sick pay scheme

Cycle to Work

Job summary

TEC Partnership is seeking an Employment Engagement Advisor to inspire and support learners from enquiry through to employment, delivering engaging employability programmes, coaching individuals, and building strong relationships with employers and partners. You will facilitate workshops, provide careers advice, and help learners overcome barriers, while coordinating with referral partners.

This role involves travel across the region and a commitment to delivering outstanding learner experiences

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals to overcome barriers and move into employment, training, or education.
• Strong communication and rapport-building skills with learners and employers.
• Able to manage a varied workload, meet deadlines and work collaboratively with partners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver employability programmes and one-to-one/group sessions.
• Provide careers advice and coaching to learners from enquiry to employment.
• Build and maintain relationships with employers and referral partners.
• Support learners to overcome barriers to progress and sustain employment.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation

Time management

Coaching

Microsoft Office

Learner management systems

Education

GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above)

Level 3 qualification in Advice and Guidance / Customer Service / Education

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Microsoft Office

Learner management systems

Job description

TEC Partnership is made up of four colleges, two training providers, a 14-16 provision and a nursery, stretching from Scarborough to Skegness with a Nottingham based campus also. At TEC Partnership we offer high-quality education, innovative training, and life-changing opportunities to thousands of students each year. Our student support staff are passionate about making a real difference to our learner's potential and helping them to thrive in their next steps. We are now looking for someone who shares that commitment to join us in the role of Employment Engagement Advisor

About the role

Are you passionate about helping people change their lives through learning and employment? We're looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Employment Advisor to join our growing team. In this rewarding role, you'll inspire and support learners from their first enquiry through to employment, delivering engaging employability programmes, providing one-to-one coaching, and building strong relationships with employers and partner organisations. Every day is different - from facilitating workshops and careers advice to helping learners overcome barriers and achieve their goals. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy making a real difference in your community, and are committed to delivering outstanding learner experiences, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and help transform lives, strengthen communities and create brighter futures through education and employment.

Qualifications

We're looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate individual who is passionate about helping people achieve their goals and move into employment, training, or further education. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting individuals to overcome barriers and succeed, with a natural ability to build rapport, inspire confidence and motivate others. You will be highly organised, able to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines, while delivering exceptional one-to-one and group support. Strong communication skills are essential, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with employers, referral partners and colleagues to achieve positive outcomes. Along with this there will be semi-regular travel required with access to a vehicle and driving licence. You'll be confident using Microsoft Office and learner management systems, adaptable in a fast-paced environment, and bring a positive, resilient and proactive approach to your work. Above all, you'll be committed to delivering an outstanding customer experience and continuously improving the support and services you provide.

Qualifications GCSE (or equivalent) Grade 4/C or above in English and Maths. A Level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience) in Advice and Guidance, Customer Service, Business Administration, Education, Employability or a related field. Hold a full UK driving Licence

The TEC Partnership is committed to Prevent Duty, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and promoting British Values within the workplace. We are an equal opportunity workplace. Safeguarding is a priority for us, as well as ensuring the welfare of children and young people and we expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. All posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Clearance through the DBS, references that cover the last two years of employment and online screening. Other checks may also be required. Please note that all employees must have Literacy and Numeracy to at least Level 2.

What we offer

In return for your skills and experience, we can offer you access to a wide range of Group benefits, such as.

• Pension Membership
• 30 Days Annual Leave pro rata, plus bank holidays
• Christmas Closure Days
• Occupational sick pay scheme (higher than statute)
• Occupational Maternity/Adoption pay (higher than statute)
• Life Assurance Scheme and Death Grant 24-hour Employee Helpline - Free and confidential
• Cycle to Work Saving Schemes Westfield Health Medical Cash Plan - monthly payments UNUM Dental Cash Plan - monthly payments Staff discounts on campus e.g., Hair & Beauty/ Bakery/ Gym etc