Employment Officer | Lancaster | Full time

Lancashire County Council; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Lancashire is seeking a proactive Employment Officer to support individuals with disabilities in securing meaningful employment. The role involves offering employment guidance, managing caseloads, and engaging with local employers to negotiate job opportunities. Suitable candidates will have a commitment to enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities and meeting set performance targets. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and the chance to make a genuine difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Proactive attitude towards supporting individuals with disabilities.
• Experience in job hunting and workplace assistance.
• Ability to work towards set targets and manage a working caseload.

Responsibilities

• Offer guidance and support related to employment.
• Manage electronic records and uphold service standards.
• Negotiate paid employment opportunities with local employers.

Job description

Job Description

Salary £28,142 - £32,061 Per Annum | Permanent, Full time | 37 hours per week

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship

We are on the lookout for a proactive Employment Officer covering the Lancaster and Morecambe area to enable individuals with disabilities to find and maintain meaningful paid employment.

Responsibilities

• Offering guidance and support related to employment, such as job hunting and workplace assistance when necessary.
• Upholding systems in line with contractual commitments to the required standard, for instance, electronic records.
• Adhering to service standards and managing a working caseload as directed by your supervisor.
• Working towards and achieving set targets as dictated by contractual obligations, which will involve negotiating and securing paid employment opportunities with the local labour market.
• Upholding the ethos and values of the service, which provides high-quality supports that respect individuals’ dignity in line with the principles of person-centred practice.
• Collaborating with local employers to negotiate reasonable adjustments, risk assessments, and job roles to support individuals with disabilities.
• Promoting the service to local employers and continuing to maintain their engagement.

This role is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with disabilities, helping them to secure meaningful employment and thrive in their roles. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated individual who shares our commitment to improving lives.

For a further discussion about the role, or if you have any questions please don't hesitate to call Lydia Ferguson 07825842758 or Ian Mansfield 07773978990.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.

In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.