Employment Specialist (IPS) - Transform Lives Through Work

IPS Grow; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Employment Specialist in London to help people with mental health challenges secure and sustain meaningful employment using IPS. You will work with individuals to identify strengths, set goals, and connect them with suitable job opportunities, with ongoing guidance for both employees and employers.

The role focuses on rapid job search, collaboration with clinical teams, and adherence to IPS principles to promote recovery and

Qualifications

• Experience applying IPS in mental health employment support.
• Ability to work with people experiencing mental health challenges.
• Strong relationship-building with clinicians and employers.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 20–25 people aiming to return to work.
• Provide IPS-based employment support and job matching.
• Support sustained employment with employers and service users.

Skills

IPS approach

Career coaching

Mental health knowledge

Caseload management

Education

Degree or equivalent

Job description

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Employment Specialist in London to help people with mental health challenges secure and sustain meaningful employment using IPS. You will work with individuals to identify strengths, set goals, and connect them with suitable job opportunities, with ongoing guidance for both employees and employers.

The role focuses on rapid job search, collaboration with clinical teams, and adherence to IPS principles to promote recovery and