IPS Employment Specialist (Part-Time) - Empowering People

ONSIDE; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days’ annual leave plus bank hols

Pension scheme

Staff wellbeing & development

Job summary

ONSIDE is a charity delivering employment support across Worcestershire. We seek an IPS Employment Specialist to deliver personalised, strength‑based employment support under the Connect to Work programme, including job matching, in-work support and employer engagement.

You will work with participants facing barriers to employment, building confidence, identifying strengths and securing paid work that aligns with their goals within IPS and SEQF principles.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.
• Experience coaching or mentoring individuals facing barriers to employment.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and prioritise an agreed caseload and respond to individual needs.
• Provide tailored 1:1 coaching, mentoring and job-search support.
• Engage with employers to promote inclusive recruitment and job opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to performance reporting.

Skills

Coaching

Mentoring

Advocacy

Communication

Education

GCSE English/Maths (C/4)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

ONSIDE is a charity delivering employment support across Worcestershire. We seek an IPS Employment Specialist to deliver personalised, strength‑based employment support under the Connect to Work programme, including job matching, in-work support and employer engagement.

You will work with participants facing barriers to employment, building confidence, identifying strengths and securing paid work that aligns with their goals within IPS and SEQF principles.