Employment and Outreach Advisor

Job Category: Advisor
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: East London
Salary: £28500 (Moves to £30000 post probation)

Are you driven by making a tangible difference in people’s lives? Do you excel in a performance-oriented environment and are passionate about empowering individuals? At Get Set UK, we offer an exciting opportunity for a dedicated individual to join our mission. Bring light to someone’s life and embark on a career fulfilling your personal and professional aspirations. We are looking for an Employment & Outreach Advisor who would play a vital role in transforming lives. With your experience in the employability sector, strong communication skills, and dedication to making a difference, you’ll be instrumental in helping individuals achieve their full potential.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

  • Must have a proven track record within the employability sector and at least 2 years’ experience.
  • Have experience working with the Local Authority and Jobcentre Plus.
  • Must have strong communication, conflict management and negotiation skills.
  • Must be resourceful and innovative with a positive outlook.
  • Must be target-driven and confident to work in a target-driven environment.
  • Must be a team player and supportive of colleagues.
  • Must be empathetic to vulnerable and at-risk adults and have a strong desire to help.
  • Ability to create SMART action plans and conduct individual needs assessments.
  • Demonstrate a high level of accuracy and contractual compliance in their previous roles.
  • Computer, data entry and MS Office skills

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER:

  • A supportive and dynamic work environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Company pension, gym membership, and private medical insurance.
  • Access to wellness programs and social/wellbeing events.
  • An inclusive employee forum for voicing ideas and feedback.

WHAT WE DO: Get Set UK, is committed to transforming lives by re-engaging individuals with the workforce and providing them with the necessary skills and confidence. We advocate for equal opportunities and strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment for all our clients and partners.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Experience in assessing the needs and barriers of participants through SMART action plans and needs assessment.
  • Proven track record of customer outcomes and activities on the CRM system.
  • Assist customers to become job-ready by coaching and providing employer-led advice and guidance.
  • Provide customers with quality constructive feedback that allows them to improve and prepare for the dynamic work environment.
  • Ability to work within Jobcentres, local authority and a range of community associations.
  • Ability to work to targets and deadlines as set out by contract profiles.
  • Ability to work alongside the Recruitment Managers to support work-ready participants into employment.
  • Provide ongoing support to participants post-recruitment (in-work support).
  • Sourcing employers through a mix of leads and cold calling to generate employment opportunities for customers on your caseloads.
  • Create awareness amongst employers about our company’s vision of equal opportunities and values.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: If you’re passionate about empowering others and ready to contribute to a meaningful cause, we would love to hear from you. Apply now by submitting your CV. Join us in lighting the way to a brighter future for our clients

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