Outreach Worker

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Dudley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Outreach Worker for the 'I Can Dudley' programme. This full-time role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the local community by providing essential information, advice, and guidance to support local residents in finding employment. You will collaborate with two major organizations in Dudley, fostering inclusivity and bridging the gap between job seekers and opportunities. This position not only allows you to contribute to a vital initiative but also offers professional development in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about making a difference and helping others, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Meaningful community impact

Qualifications

• Proven experience in outreach work, preferably within employment support.
• Strong knowledge of local employment opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert information and guidance to help local residents find employment.
• Engage with local partners to increase employment opportunities.

Skills

Outreach Work

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Knowledge of EDI Principles

Flexibility and Adaptability

Education

Experience in Employment Support

Job description

Dudley I Can Programme:

Full time - 37 hours

Fixed term till March 2026

Hybrid - Office base St. James Road, Dudley and Russell's Hall Hospital and Adult Community Learning Centre (Brierley Hill).

The “I Can Dudley” programme is a cross-organisational initiative, externally funded until March 2026. Dudley Council has joined forces with Dudley Foundation Trust, the two biggest employers in the borough, to improve access to our jobs for local people. As an Information, advice and guidance specialist, you will play a pivotal role in this initiative, providing essential information, advice, and guidance to support local residents in finding employment. Your efforts will help bridge the gap between job seekers and employment opportunities, fostering a more inclusive and accessible job market within Dudley Borough.

We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Outreach Worker to join our team on the I Can programme. This position involves working across two of the largest anchor organisations in Dudley Borough – Dudley MBC and Dudley NHS Trust. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in providing information, advice, and guidance to support local people into local employment and sit across these two organisations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert information, advice, and guidance to help local residents find employment.
• Engage with local partners to increase employment opportunities for the community.
• Work collaboratively with Dudley Council and Dudley NHS Trust to support the I Can programme.
• Utilise knowledge of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) to promote inclusive recruitment techniques which align and work with EDI leads across Dudley MBC and Dudley NHS Trust.
• Be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the programme and its participants.
• Support the retention and progression of I Can Dudley participants.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in outreach work, preferably within employment support or a similar field.
• Strong knowledge of local employment opportunities and the ability to connect individuals with suitable roles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with partners and the community.
• Understanding of EDI principles and experience in implementing inclusive recruitment practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the local community.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

If you would like to know more about this role please email [e-mail] to arrange a call.

Interviews provisionally scheduled for W/C 7th April 2025 which will be held in person in a central Dudley location.

So that we can demonstrate Dudley’s commitment to diversity and inclusion and to improve bias in the recruitment process that could create barriers for candidates. Your personal data will be anonymised when you apply. To ensure that you comply with our anonymisation process, please ensure you have removed your name and date of birth from any attachments prior to uploading them to your application.

Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy; online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

If you require support completing an online or paper application form and/or interview techniques, please contact Dudley Adult and Community Learning on 01384 818 143 or [e-mail] who can support with Digital Skills and Job Applications.

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N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.

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