Employment Advisor - Connect to Work Programme
Location: Bexleyheath (fully office- and community-based - no hybrid working)Salary: £19.16 PAYE / £24.46 LTD UMBContract: Ongoing temporary assignment (immediate start available)
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and proactive Employment Advisor to join a local authority employability team delivering the Connect to Work Programme in Bexley. This is a 100% client-facing, in-person role, supporting residents across the borough to overcome barriers to employment and achieve sustainable job outcomes.
You will work closely with vulnerable residents, including individuals with autism and/or learning disabilities, providing tailored support throughout their employment journey-right through to attending interviews and settling into work.
This role is delivered under the Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF) model, alongside elements of Individual Placement and Support (IPS), following a place and train approach.
Key Responsibilities
Client Support & Case Management
- Manage a high-volume, complex caseload of jobseekers, delivering personalised employment support
- Develop and maintain individual action plans, focusing on achieving sustainable employment and improving wellbeing, confidence, and independence
- Provide advice, guidance, advocacy and signposting to support individuals in overcoming barriers to work
- Support clients directly in the community, including accompanying them to interviews and job starts where required
Employment & Skills Delivery
- Deliver employability support aligned with SEQF and IPS models, adhering to Fidelity standards
- Assist clients with:
- CV writing and personal statements
- Job applications and interview preparation
- Accessing training and development opportunities
- Organise and support interviews, job placements and employer introductions
Employer Engagement & Partnership Working
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local employers, partners and stakeholders
- Support recruitment initiatives such as job fairs, employer events, outreach and redundancy support programmes
- Work collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies to achieve positive outcomes
About You
We are looking for individuals who:
- Have experience supporting vulnerable or disadvantaged groups, particularly people with learning disabilities and/or autism
- Are comfortable working in a fully face-to-face, community-based role
- Can motivate, inspire and build trust with clients who may be distant from the labour market
- Have strong organisational skills and experience managing a busy caseload
- Are confident engaging with employers and building partnerships
- Have knowledge of supported employment approaches (SEQF/IPS), or the ability to learn quickly
- Are flexible to support occasional out-of-hours activities, such as job starts or employability events
Why Join?
- Play a vital role in helping residents transform their lives through work
- Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team within a local authority setting
- Gain valuable experience delivering nationally recognised employability models
- Competitive hourly rate and immediate start available