Employment Advisor/Job Coach - Local Authority - #2157977

Employment Adviser

• Hourly Pay: £17.18
• Location: Crystal Peaks, Sheffield
• Job Type: Onsite, 4 to 5 days per week

Join a dedicated team in Sheffield as an Employment Adviser, where you will play a crucial role in supporting young people to overcome barriers to employment and successfully transition into the workforce. This position is based at Crystal Peaks with a potential future relocation to Peaks College.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Provide one-to-one employment advice and guidance to young people referred through DWP.
• Assist individuals in identifying their skills, strengths, experience, and employment goals.
• Help young people create, develop, and enhance their CVs and job applications.
• Offer practical support with job searching and identifying suitable employment opportunities.
• Prepare individuals for interviews and recruitment processes.
• Work to improve the confidence of young people and help them become work-ready.
• Identify potential barriers to employment and collaborate with individuals to develop realistic plans to overcome them.
• Develop individual action plans and monitor progress towards employment.
• Collaborate closely with the onsite DWP Job Coach and other colleagues to provide comprehensive employment support.
• Signpost young people to appropriate training, education, or additional support where required.
• Maintain accurate records of engagement, activities, progress, and outcomes.
• Encourage and motivate young people, providing ongoing support throughout their journey towards employment.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in employment support, employability, careers, recruitment, education, skills, youth services, or a similar environment.
• Proficient in job searching techniques, CV writing, applications, and interview preparation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building positive relationships with young people from diverse backgrounds.
• Understanding of the barriers young people face when seeking employment.
• Ability to motivate and encourage individuals who may lack confidence or experience.
• Excellent organisation and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners.
• A positive, patient, and solution-focused approach.
• Confidence in working independently while being part of a wider team.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of young people.
• Dynamic and supportive working environment.
• Potential for role location to evolve, offering new environments and challenges.

To apply for the Employment Adviser position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in supporting young people in their employment journeys.