Youth Employability & Inclusion Specialist

WMJobs; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Holiday Entitlement

Brilliant Pension Scheme

Professional Learning & Development

Flexible Working

Job summary

Worcestershire County Council is recruiting an Employability Specialist to support young adults aged 18–24 facing barriers to employment as part of the Connect To Work programme. You will provide personalised guidance to help them build confidence, identify strengths, and reach sustainable employment goals.

You will also liaise with local employers to promote inclusive recruitment and identify suitable roles, offering ongoing support to ensure successful milestones and long-term job retention.

Qualifications

• Experience in supported employment services.
• Experience working with young adults 18–24.
• Knowledge of the Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to young adults to build confidence and employment goals.
• Engage with local employers to promote inclusive recruitment and identify job opportunities.
• Offer ongoing support to participants and employers to settle into work and develop skills.

Job description

Worcestershire County Council is recruiting an Employability Specialist to support young adults aged 18–24 facing barriers to employment as part of the Connect To Work programme. You will provide personalised guidance to help them build confidence, identify strengths, and reach sustainable employment goals.

You will also liaise with local employers to promote inclusive recruitment and identify suitable roles, offering ongoing support to ensure successful milestones and long-term job retention.