Employment Specialist

Job Title: Employment SpecialistLocation: East Sussex, covering Kent border, Eastbourne, Hastings, Bexhill, Heathfield and CrowboroughSalary: £25,497 - £30,476 per annum (depending on experience)Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week) OR Part-time (4 days per week maximum)Contract: PermanentReport to: Area ManagerAbout CXKCXK empowers people to succeed in employment, education and training. The charity strives for a fairer society where everyone can grow and realise their potential. “The CXK Way” embodies the following core values:Ethical – We work with professionalism, honesty and integrity.Passionate – We reach out enthusiastically to all who need out support.Innovative – We inspire, enhance and improve.Collaborative – We engage, support and share with others.You can click here to learn more about us.The TeamThe Targeted Support Team deliver a wide variety of programmes to empower young people and adults to improve their confidence and skills and then progress into training and employment.The RoleThis is an exciting time to join CXK as we are looking to extend our work in Supported Employment. These roles will support a small caseload of individuals with a range of needs who are looking to move into work, enabling them to find the right opportunities and sustain the roles through in-work support. The coaches will also need to be skilled in working with employers to support them to make their roles accessible and sustainable. Growing and maintaining a strong employer base will be a central part of these exciting new roles.Skills and KnowledgeAt CXK we are proud to be a disability confident and equal opportunities employer. We actively promote diversity within our workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community.Minimum CriteriaAn understanding of the employment needs, and challenges faced by people who experience labour market exclusionExperience of working with individuals on a one-to-one basis, developing personalised plans and goal settingExperience of managing a range of tasks at any one time, and holding positive relationships with different stakeholdersFull UK drivers’ licence and use of own vehicleCore CompetenciesMaths and English GCSE grade C or above (or equivalent)Experience working in employment services supporting people to obtain or keep workProven experience of meeting and exceeding outcomes and targetsAn understanding of the employment needs, and challenges faced by people who experience labour market exclusionExperience of working with someone on a one-to-one basisExperience of providing supported employment servicesResponsible for liaising with employers to facilitate effective communication and coordinationPlease click here to view the job description and person specification.Employee ExperienceA career with CXK is rewarding work, enabling you to fulfil your potential. This fulfilling and exciting role provides the opportunity to develop and grow meaningful relationships with a range of services and employers in East Sussex. You will build upon the specialised skills and knowledge relating to Supported Employment and be a positive influence on the lives of people entering work.Benefits of working with usOur employee benefits include:30-33 days holiday, plus bank holidaysDefined contribution pension scheme (matched by CXK up to 10% depending on length of service criteria)Benenden private healthcare coverFlexible workingEnhanced maternity and paternity leaveTraining and development programmes and opportunitiesMental and physical healthcare initiatives and moreRecruitment TimelineVacancy closing date: Sunday 28th December 2025Application review date: Monday 5th January 2026Interview date: Friday 9th January 2026Useful InformationIf you have any questions or wish to have an informal conversation before submitting your application, please contact the Recruitment Team at recruitment@cxk.org.Please note: Applicants will need to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide references before any offer of employment is made.