Employment Support Officer - Jobs Plus

CLARION HOUSING GROUP LIMITED; Borehamwood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A housing association in Borehamwood seeks an Employment Support Officer to empower individuals through employability support. In this hybrid role, you will help create sustainable job pathways and make a real impact on the community. A Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Advice and Guidance or equivalent is required. Competitive salary range of £40,780 - £47,700 per annum, plus benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive work environment

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Experience in helping long term unemployed individuals.
• Ability to support individuals in rebuilding confidence and skills.

Responsibilities

• Empower individuals to make informed career choices.
• Work closely with local employers to create job pathways.
• Deliver supported services in a community setting.

Skills

Employability support

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Advice and Guidance

Job description

Overview

Location: Hybrid/Borehamwood

Salary: £40,780 - £47,700 per annum pro rata

Hours: 36 per week

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract until March 2026

About Clarion Futures

Clarion Futures is one of 10 housing associations awarded a grant by Learning and Work Institute and Youth Future Foundation to deliver a Jobs Plus pilot programme supporting people into work and training. This programme is based in two hubs in Penge and Borehamwood, providing a range of support services under one roof, including housing, employment, health, skills, digital and financial inclusion. The pilot is funded until March 2026 and aims to assess the feasibility and effectiveness of the Jobs Plus model in a UK context.

Role

We are seeking a motivated, self driven and highly organised Employment Support Officer to join our team and play a vital role in delivering an externally funded programme. In this position, youll use your expertise in employability to empower individuals to make confident choices about their future. Working closely with local employers and community partners, youll help create sustainable pathways into work and self-employment, making a real difference to both individuals and the wider community.

This is your chance to be the person who helps someone take that life changing step into their dream career. Drawing on your experience in employability support and your verified ability to deliver successful projects, youll support long term unemployed people in rebuilding their confidence, skills and prospects, enabling them to transform their lives.

It is an opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact, something you can truly take pride in. If you hold a Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Advice and Guidance (IAG) or an equivalent qualification, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities and Requirements

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, then please review the full role profile before applying.

Salaries are just the starting point. Here at Clarion, we're dedicated to rewarding hard work and commitment, and providing benefits that support you and your lifestyle - dive in and find out more.

Closing Date: Friday 19th September 2025 at midnight.

Interviews will take place Monday 29th September 2025.

At Clarion Housing Group, we support the responsible use of AI.

This is a hybrid role with a base location at a Community Centre in Borehamwood. Candidates will be expected to work from a centre 3 days per week.

Applicants must be able to travel across the region as required.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Adult plus barred list check.

You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy; Clarion are not able to offer visa sponsorship. You are required to reside in England or Wales for the duration of your employment.

This vacancy may close without notice.

Diversity and Inclusion

We want Clarion to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves and know they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks.

We're committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Clarion an inclusive place to work.