Employment Support Officer / Careers Advisor

TN United Kingdom; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Employment Support Officer / Careers Advisor to join their team in High Wycombe. This role is pivotal in promoting employability and supporting individuals in achieving their career goals. You will work closely with clients, developing personalized plans and providing essential guidance while fostering a supportive environment. The position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community by helping people navigate their paths to employment, education, or training. If you are passionate about empowering others and possess strong communication skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in promoting employability programmes and case management.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build effective relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of clients and facilitate groups effectively.
• Provide employability advice and develop supporting materials.

Skills

Promoting employability programmes

Case management

Action planning

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of local labour market

Understanding of confidentiality

Flexibility and creativity

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

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Employment Support Officer / Careers Advisor, High Wycombe

Client:

AWD online

Location:

High Wycombe, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

11e99d454657

Job Views:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Employment Support Officer / Careers Advisor who has experience in promoting and developing employability or related programmes, case management, action planning, and target setting skills, along with knowledge of the local labour market and recruitment practices.

As the Employment Support Officer / Careers Advisor, you will support the organisation’s Routes to Work project, helping people to gain employment, start education or training, or gain volunteering or work experience through one-on-one and group activities.

Based in High Wycombe, Aylesbury, or Chesham, the role involves assisting the CEO in implementing, developing, and delivering the service.

APPLY TODAY

If this position matches your skills and interests, please send your CV promptly for our Recruitment Team to review.

DUTIES

• Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Manage a caseload of clients and facilitate groups
• Develop flexible, person-centred plans with participants within set targets
• Provide advice and information to participants
• Promote autonomy, rights, and responsibilities
• Communicate effectively with internal and external partners
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to service monitoring
• Complete relevant paperwork promptly
• Assist in developing and implementing record-keeping procedures and policies
• Attend relevant meetings, including multi-agency ones
• Develop links with other service providers
• Represent the service professionally
• Provide employability advice and develop supporting materials
• Apply models like motivational interviewing to support job seekers
• Develop and review action plans and interventions

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to meet project objectives and targets
• Experience in promoting employability programmes
• Experience in case management, action planning, and target setting
• Ability to build effective relationships
• Understanding of confidentiality for vulnerable individuals
• Knowledge of barriers faced by job seekers
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with supporting literacy and numeracy skills
• Understanding of safeguarding legislation
• Knowledge of health and safety, risk assessments, and boundaries
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Adaptability to changing environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with CRM systems is advantageous
• Ability to deliver services in a person-centred, non-judgmental manner
• Flexibility and creativity in support development
• Willingness to engage in supervision
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and ongoing learning
• Adherence to equal opportunities and confidentiality policies
• Ability to travel as required

The successful candidate will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS check.