Employment Advisor
| Posting date: | 06 September 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,500 to £29,545 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 October 2024 |
| Location: | Norwich, Norfolk |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Seetec |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 30850 |
Summary
We’re currently seeking a talented individual to join us as an Employment Advisor representing Pluss at an employer’s site.
This role manages the day-to-day delivery of the supportive internship model ‘Project Search’ which provides young adults (Interns), with Learning Disabilities, support to complete their Internship (placement) and secure paid employment in either the host organisation or another place of work.
As the first point of contact for interns, with the employer, this role works in partnership with key stakeholders and is responsible for recruiting interns, matching them to appropriate placement rotations and supporting interns in their placements and to progress to secure paid employment.
Our ideal candidate will have experience in coaching, mentoring and working with and training people with disabilities. You’ll support Interns with employment training skills, including completing application forms, CV’s, self-presentation and interview techniques. You’ll need to be able to engage with people from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences.
We’re not looking for someone who ticks every box, just so long as you have an engaging personality, are comfortable working with a diverse group of people, and can provide a warm and welcoming experience to help our Interns in their first steps back into employment.
This is a rewarding role that will allow you to utilise your current skills to influence, support and encourages others to build a future, and will also allow us to become better with your unique experiences.
In return for your dedication, knowledge, and commitment, we’re offering a competitive salary range £26,500 to £29,545 p.a. (dependent on experience) with these great benefits:
25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day off (with the opportunity to buy additional days)
2 Volunteer Days
Company Pension Scheme - 5% Employee 5% Employer
Health Insurance Allowance
Employer Paid Healthcare Cash Plan, incl. 3 x salary life assurance
Annual Salary Review
Enhanced Maternity/Adoption and Paternity Pay Arrangements
Free access to BenefitHub – an online portal with access to a wide range of retail discounts, Life Assurance, Cycle to Work Scheme, Tax Saver Commuter Tickets
Refer a Friend Scheme
Interested? There’s an easy to apply route below to upload your CV!
If you need any further information, talk to our experienced Internal Recruitment Team on 01702 595200.
Seetec Group is an employee-owned organisation and we continually pride ourselves on our sense of community, both in the incredible work we do throughout UK and Ireland, and internally within our employee owners. People are at the front, centre and heart of every service we provide and each decision we make.
Location: Based in Norwich
Hours: 37 hours a week. Monday to Thursday 8.30 am to 5pm, Friday 8.30 am to 4.30pm
Closing Date: 20 September 2024
Key Responsibilities
Working remotely from other Pluss colleagues, under the supervision of the Business Manager, and in conjunction with Project Search partners the successful individual will be responsible for:
The delivery of the performance target, which is to ensure that all Interns on the programme secure sustainable paid employment (both supported/unsupported) within the Host Company and/or External Employers at the end of the programme.
Managing the identification and recruitment process of eligible Interns
Undertaking in-depth assessments using a suite of tools to fully understand a customer’s circumstances, preferences and holistic barriers to progression.
Co-producing vocational profiling to identify skills, strengths, preferences and support needs, including assisting in compiling application forms and recording of medical information.
Skills and Experience
Essential
Experience of working with and training people with multiple and complex needs, including health conditions and disabilities
Experience of securing employment opportunities for a wide range of individuals
Desirable
Diploma/certificate in Supported Employment or equivalent experience
Level 3 IAG or working towards
TSI (or willingness to train for it)
Knowledge & experience of utilising methodologies and techniques in training/coaching individuals with Learning Disabilities
Experience of employment of disadvantaged job seekers
Knowledge of barriers to employment for people with disabilities and how to overcome them
Additional Information
PLUSS part of Seetec Pluss and the Seetec group, is an award-winning Community Interest Company that supports thousands of people each year to achieve a career and fulfil their true potential. Our employment operations help jobseekers who need the most specialist support to find work. Our enterprise operations run alongside to create direct employment opportunities in a wide range of job roles. The projects give people the opportunity to get involved in local communities, meet new people and have fun through a range of activities.
Pluss is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share and uphold this commitment in conjunction with the requirements of the Prevent Duty and the positive promotion of modern British values.
Dependent on the role applying to you may be required to process a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS/DS) check. Seetec support the recruitment of ex- offenders and will not discriminate in any way. Our full policy statement of “Ex-Offenders” can be found on our website under “About us”
Pluss is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
This role manages the day-to-day delivery of the supportive internship model ‘Project Search’ which provides young adults (Interns), with Learning Disabilities, support to complete their Internship (placement) and secure paid employment in either the host organisation or another place of work.
As the first point of contact for interns, with the employer, this role works in partnership with key stakeholders and is responsible for recruiting interns, matching them to appropriate placement rotations and supporting interns in their placements and to progress to secure paid employment.
Our ideal candidate will have experience in coaching, mentoring and working with and training people with disabilities. You’ll support Interns with employment training skills, including completing application forms, CV’s, self-presentation and interview techniques. You’ll need to be able to engage with people from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences.
We’re not looking for someone who ticks every box, just so long as you have an engaging personality, are comfortable working with a diverse group of people, and can provide a warm and welcoming experience to help our Interns in their first steps back into employment.
This is a rewarding role that will allow you to utilise your current skills to influence, support and encourages others to build a future, and will also allow us to become better with your unique experiences.
In return for your dedication, knowledge, and commitment, we’re offering a competitive salary range £26,500 to £29,545 p.a. (dependent on experience) with these great benefits:
25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day off (with the opportunity to buy additional days)
2 Volunteer Days
Company Pension Scheme - 5% Employee 5% Employer
Health Insurance Allowance
Employer Paid Healthcare Cash Plan, incl. 3 x salary life assurance
Annual Salary Review
Enhanced Maternity/Adoption and Paternity Pay Arrangements
Free access to BenefitHub – an online portal with access to a wide range of retail discounts, Life Assurance, Cycle to Work Scheme, Tax Saver Commuter Tickets
Refer a Friend Scheme
Interested? There’s an easy to apply route below to upload your CV!
If you need any further information, talk to our experienced Internal Recruitment Team on 01702 595200.
Seetec Group is an employee-owned organisation and we continually pride ourselves on our sense of community, both in the incredible work we do throughout UK and Ireland, and internally within our employee owners. People are at the front, centre and heart of every service we provide and each decision we make.
Location: Based in Norwich
Hours: 37 hours a week. Monday to Thursday 8.30 am to 5pm, Friday 8.30 am to 4.30pm
Closing Date: 20 September 2024
Key Responsibilities
Working remotely from other Pluss colleagues, under the supervision of the Business Manager, and in conjunction with Project Search partners the successful individual will be responsible for:
The delivery of the performance target, which is to ensure that all Interns on the programme secure sustainable paid employment (both supported/unsupported) within the Host Company and/or External Employers at the end of the programme.
Managing the identification and recruitment process of eligible Interns
Undertaking in-depth assessments using a suite of tools to fully understand a customer’s circumstances, preferences and holistic barriers to progression.
Co-producing vocational profiling to identify skills, strengths, preferences and support needs, including assisting in compiling application forms and recording of medical information.
Skills and Experience
Essential
Experience of working with and training people with multiple and complex needs, including health conditions and disabilities
Experience of securing employment opportunities for a wide range of individuals
Desirable
Diploma/certificate in Supported Employment or equivalent experience
Level 3 IAG or working towards
TSI (or willingness to train for it)
Knowledge & experience of utilising methodologies and techniques in training/coaching individuals with Learning Disabilities
Experience of employment of disadvantaged job seekers
Knowledge of barriers to employment for people with disabilities and how to overcome them
Additional Information
PLUSS part of Seetec Pluss and the Seetec group, is an award-winning Community Interest Company that supports thousands of people each year to achieve a career and fulfil their true potential. Our employment operations help jobseekers who need the most specialist support to find work. Our enterprise operations run alongside to create direct employment opportunities in a wide range of job roles. The projects give people the opportunity to get involved in local communities, meet new people and have fun through a range of activities.
Pluss is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share and uphold this commitment in conjunction with the requirements of the Prevent Duty and the positive promotion of modern British values.
Dependent on the role applying to you may be required to process a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS/DS) check. Seetec support the recruitment of ex- offenders and will not discriminate in any way. Our full policy statement of “Ex-Offenders” can be found on our website under “About us”
Pluss is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
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