Employment Support Specialist

3 weeks ago


Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Spark-A-Change Foundation Full time

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Employment Support Specialist to join our team in West Somerset, Taunton, Wellington, and Bridgwater. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering our employment support service, which aims to help individuals overcome personal barriers to skills development and employment.

About the Role

Your primary responsibility will be to provide 1:1 support to people in the community, helping them access the job market through CV writing, job searching, interview preparation, and completing applications. You will also assist clients in building confidence, self-esteem, and identifying their skills, as well as providing IT support and signposting them to other support agencies and partner organisations.

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Provide 1:1 support to people in the community.
  • Help clients access the job market via CV writing, job searching, interview preparation, and completing applications.
  • Assist clients in building confidence, self-esteem, and identifying their skills.
  • Provide IT support to clients.
  • Signpost and/or refer clients to other support agencies and partner organisations.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive training, and ongoing advice and support. You will also have the opportunity to make a difference in individuals' lives, the wider local community, and support the local economy.

Estimate Salary Range: £22,000 - £28,000 per annum (dependent on location and experience).



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