Employment Support Specialist

4 weeks ago


Barrhead, East Renfrewshire, United Kingdom East Renfrewshire Council Full time
Position Overview

East Renfrewshire Council is committed to tackling child poverty as a primary focus, aiming to improve employability pathways for families. The Parental Employability Support Fund (PESF) is designed to assist parents in their job search and to empower low-income families to progress in their careers. PESF delivers customized support to parents from targeted demographics, including help with obtaining qualifications, enhancing skills, gaining work experience, financial advice, and motivational support.

We are looking for a dedicated professional to adopt a comprehensive approach as a key worker, aiding parents in skill enhancement, retraining, and increasing household income through various employment initiatives.

*Employees in hybrid roles may have the flexibility to work remotely for up to 40-60% of their time, provided that service requirements are fulfilled.

Important Note: This role involves interaction with children and vulnerable adults and may necessitate background checks for candidates who have resided or worked outside the UK in the last ten years. Applicants must demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.

About Our Organization: At East Renfrewshire Council, we emphasize the importance of our employees' physical and mental health.



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