Employment Support Officer

5 days ago

Aylesford Kent, United Kingdom The Education People Full time €27,642 - €33,098

Role: Employment Support Officer

Salary: £27,642 to £33,098pa

Location: Hybrid/Aylesford, Kent

Why Join CSG?

CSG is striving to be recognised as the global leader in Education and Public Sector services, currently operating in 86 countries, with 1,800 staff across 28 trading brands, providing expertise ranging from: HR Services, IT Services, Energy, Education Resources, Procurement and many more.

Currently growing at a rate of 25% each year, CSG has expanded via an innovative buy and build model delivering an important mix of organic growth, acquisitions and strategic joint venture partnerships. Therefore, it is an exciting and interesting time to join a growing organisation and be part of shaping the future of CSG.

What You’ll Bring:

The Education People have an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated individual with a customer focused approach to work within the Supported Employment Service as an Employment Support Officer.

The Supported Employment Service is a supported employment service committed to supporting and enabling individuals with disabilities and disadvantages to successfully enter and sustain paid employment, apprenticeships and internships.

The successful candidate will need to be able to work flexibly, supporting the business need across Kent and Medway to meet students, clients, employers and attend and assist at meetings and events.

Due to the nature of work being carried out, an Enhanced DBS check (provided by the Company) will be carried out, please consider this before submitting your application.

What You’ll Achieve:

As Employment Support Officer you will:

  • Provide one-to-one advice and support to individuals who are seeking employment and/or other opportunities and signpost them to other services where appropriate
  • Effectively assess individual needs, goals and milestones to ensure everyone accessing the service receives person-centered provision and develop action plans, monitoring individuals progress against those plans
  • Manage a significant caseload, understanding the skills, abilities, needs and vocational aspirations through use of a Vocational Profile and use this information to identify a good job match by assessing the skills required
  • Engage with prospective employers who will offer employment and other opportunities which match the skills, aspirations and needs of those using the service
  • Ensure jobs are evaluated and risk assessed, keeping up to date with safeguarding practices and procedures
  • Provide job coaching to assist individuals to perform their work responsibilities in such a way that fosters independence

What we Offer :

  • 25 days holiday (FTE)
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Life assurance cover
  • Access to Kent Rewards
  • A culture of progression and development
  • Flexible working arrangements

What We Require:

  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
  • Proficient IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office packages
  • Experience of working with individuals disadvantaged in the labour market in an enabling role is desirable but not essential
  • An understand of the barriers individuals with a disability or disadvantage face in trying to access employment and the impact of social exclusion
  • Proven experience of managing a significant caseload whilst maintaining customer service standards

About Commercial Services Group

Commercial Services Group (CSG) is the largest, local authority-owned trading company (LATCO) in the UK, wholly owned by Kent County Council. CSG generates over £800m in revenue per annum and provides services to over 16,000 education and public sector customers globally.

About The Education People

The Education People excels in delivering essential services that significantly impact the lives of children. With a team of specialists in various educational fields, they take pride in offering expert-driven services including early years and childcare, equality and inclusion, school improvement and professional development, ensuring comprehensive support for educational institutions.

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