IPS Employment Specialist: Catalyst for Inclusive Careers

Shaw Trust; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

2 days volunteering leave

Enhanced pension after 6 months

Life Assurance at 3x salary

Learning and development opportunities

Diversity networks (LGBTQ+ etc.)

Health and wellbeing programmes

Flexible working from day one

Job summary

Shaw Trust invites applications for an IPS Employment Specialist based on the Isle of Wight. You will support clients with mental health needs, guiding them through the IPS process to secure paid employment and improve social inclusion.

Training will be provided, and you will collaborate with primary care networks and employers to foster sustainable outcomes. The role emphasises holistic recovery, person-centred advice, and integrated multi-agency working within a social purpose organisation

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of clients with mental health support needs to secure sustainable paid employment.
• Deliver the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) approach, with training provided where needed.
• Build positive relationships with local employers to match clients with suitable roles.

Job description

Shaw Trust invites applications for an IPS Employment Specialist based on the Isle of Wight. You will support clients with mental health needs, guiding them through the IPS process to secure paid employment and improve social inclusion.

Training will be provided, and you will collaborate with primary care networks and employers to foster sustainable outcomes. The role emphasises holistic recovery, person-centred advice, and integrated multi-agency working within a social purpose organisation