Employment Specialist

Civic Recruitment Limited; Bromley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited in Bromley is seeking an Employment Specialist to support the Trailblazer Programme, helping economically inactive residents secure and maintain meaningful employment. This is a 3-month contract role with a local authority.

You will provide personalised employment support, vocational coaching, job brokerage, and in-work assistance to individuals facing barriers such as health conditions, disabilities, or long-term unemployment, while managing a caseload and ensuring

Qualifications

• Experience in providing employment support, vocational coaching, or employability services.
• Experience supporting individuals with complex barriers to employment, including health conditions, disabilities, or long-term unemployment.
• Degree or equivalent qualification or significant experience in employment support-related fields.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored one-to-one employment support to programme participants and assist in identifying career goals.
• Complete vocational assessments, employment action plans, and support plans to improve employability.
• Provide CV development, application assistance, interview preparation, and job matching.
• Manage an active caseload with accurate records and progress monitoring.

Skills

Employment support experience

Vocational coaching

Education

Degree or equivalent in Employment Services / Careers Guidance / Education / Social Care / Community Development / Psychology / Health

Significant equivalent experience in employment support or related services

Job description

Bromley, United Kingdom | Posted on 15/07/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

3 months contract Role with a local authority

Summary

• The Employment Specialist will play a pivotal role in the Trailblazer Programme, aimed at assisting economically inactive residents of Bromley in securing and maintaining meaningful employment. This position is crucial in providing personalized employment support, vocational coaching, job brokerage, and in-work assistance to individuals facing various employment barriers, such as health conditions, disabilities, caregiving responsibilities, and long-term unemployment. This is a 3-month contract role with a local authority.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored one-to-one employment support to programme participants, assisting them in identifying career goals and overcoming employment barriers.
• Complete vocational assessments, employment action plans, and support plans to enhance employability and job readiness.
• Provide practical job search support, including CV development, application assistance, interview preparation, and job matching.
• Manage an active caseload, maintaining accurate records and ensuring effective monitoring and documentation of participant progress.

Requirements

Essential Experience Required

• Experience in providing employment support, vocational coaching, or employability services.
• Experience supporting individuals with complex barriers to employment, including health conditions, disabilities, or long-term unemployment.

Essential Qualifications Required

• Degree, diploma, or relevant professional qualification in Employment Services, Careers Guidance, Education, Social Care, Community Development, Psychology, Health, or a related discipline; or
• Significant equivalent experience in employment support, vocational rehabilitation, supported employment, employability, or direct support services.

Additional Information

• Working hours: 35 hours per week.
• Location: Churchill Court, 2 Westmoreland Road, Bromley, Kent, BR1 1AS, United Kingdom.