Link Advisor: Guidance & Employability Coach

Walsall-College; Walsall; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

29 days annual leave

Free on-site parking

Staff training and team building

Cycle to Work scheme

Simply Health care scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Reward and recognition scheme

Job summary

Walsall College seeks a dedicated Link Advisor for its The Link community hub in Walsall, to support residents entering training, skills development and employment paths. You will provide personalised guidance, mentor individuals facing barriers to learning and employment, and build partnerships with local organisations while delivering employability workshops and tracking progress toward outcomes.

The role requires a Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) and strong ICT skills, with a commitment

Qualifications

• Experience working with local communities and unemployed individuals.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A passion for empowering others and making a difference.
• A Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) and strong ICT skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalised advice, guidance and mentoring.
• Support individuals facing barriers to learning and employment.
• Build strong partnerships with local organisations and employers.
• Facilitate engaging employability workshops and activities.
• Track customer progress and celebrate successful outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Mentoring/Guidance

ICT skills

Education

A Level 3 qualification or equivalent

Job description

Walsall College seeks a dedicated Link Advisor for its The Link community hub in Walsall, to support residents entering training, skills development and employment paths. You will provide personalised guidance, mentor individuals facing barriers to learning and employment, and build partnerships with local organisations while delivering employability workshops and tracking progress toward outcomes.

The role requires a Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) and strong ICT skills, with a commitment