IPS Employment Specialist - Help People Return to Work

Blackpool Skip Hire Ltd.; Leyland; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

26 days annual leave (rising to 28/32)

Competitive pension schemes

Training and development opportunities

Travel benefits

Job summary

Blackpool Skip Hire Ltd. is seeking an IPS Employment Specialist in Leyland to support clients with long-term health conditions and barriers to work. The role involves travelling to local employers, building relationships, and delivering holistic, person-centred employment support with full training provided.

You will manage a caseload, broker reasonable adjustments, and collaborate with referral agencies to secure meaningful paid employment aligned with client goals.

Qualifications

• As per job listing, Level 3 in IAG or equivalent or 2 years’ demonstrable experience providing employment support.
• Ability to travel locally and liaise with employers; own vehicle preferred.
• Strong communication, time management, and organisational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide Individual Placement and Support (IPS) to clients with barriers to employment.
• Develop relationships with local employers and liaise with them to create employment opportunities.
• Broker reasonable adjustments and working patterns to support sustainable employment.
• Manage a caseload of clients and promote recovery through employment.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Relationship building

Driving / vehicle required

Education

Level 3 in IAG or equivalent

2 years experience in employment support

Job description

Blackpool Skip Hire Ltd. is seeking an IPS Employment Specialist in Leyland to support clients with long-term health conditions and barriers to work. The role involves travelling to local employers, building relationships, and delivering holistic, person-centred employment support with full training provided.

You will manage a caseload, broker reasonable adjustments, and collaborate with referral agencies to secure meaningful paid employment aligned with client goals.