Employment Adviser (Weston Super Mare) (Weston Super Mare, Somerset, United Kingdom)

Career Opportunity: Employment Adviser - Empowering Futures in Weston-Super-Mare

Are you a driven individual passionate about making a tangible difference in people's lives? Do you possess a natural ability to inspire, guide, and support others in their journey towards meaningful employment? If so, we invite you to explore a truly rewarding career as an Employment Adviser with our dedicated team.

This role offers a unique opportunity to leverage your existing skills in a position where you will be instrumental in helping individuals overcome barriers, achieve their career aspirations, and build a brighter future. You will act as a trusted mentor, coach, and principal point of contact for a caseload of participants, fostering strong, positive relationships that motivate, challenge, and ultimately lead to sustainable employment.

What You Will Bring:

• A proactive and results-oriented approach, comfortable working in a target-driven environment.
• Exceptional customer service skills with a genuine desire to empower individuals.
• A high level of initiative and problem-solving ability, capable of working effectively under pressure and with minimal day-to-day supervision.
• A commitment to providing first-class customer service, driven by our overarching mission to empower lives and improve communities.
• The ability to influence, support, and encourage others, bringing your unique experiences to enhance our service delivery.

Key Responsibilities to Expect:

• Managing a caseload of participants, guiding them through their employment journey.
• Conducting assessments to understand individual circumstances, ambitions, and goals.
• Co-creating personalised action plans with SMART targets for positive progression.
• Providing tailored support in job searching, interview preparation, and digital skills.
• Developing a strong understanding of the local labour market to source suitable job opportunities.
• Building and nurturing relationships with employers and key stakeholders.
• Maintaining accurate customer records and adhering to compliance standards.
• Contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and best practice.
• Embodying employee ownership by considering the best interests of colleagues and the company.
• Upholding safeguarding principles and adhering to all company policies and procedures.

Advantages for Your Career Path:

This role is more than just a job; it's a pathway to significant professional growth and personal fulfillment. You will gain invaluable experience in:

• Developing Coaching and Mentoring Expertise: Hone your ability to guide and motivate individuals through complex challenges.
• Strengthening Labour Market Knowledge: Become an expert in understanding regional employment trends and opportunities.
• Building Stakeholder Relationships: Cultivate strong connections with employers and community organizations.
• Contributing to Social Impact: Play a direct role in the economic recovery and well-being of individuals and communities.
• Career Progression within Seetec Group: As an employee-owned organisation, Seetec is committed to your development, offering opportunities for advancement within the wider group.

Key Considerations for Candidates:

• Location: This is an office-based role situated in Weston-Super-Mare.
• Hours: The position is full-time, 37 hours per week, with set working hours Monday to Friday.
• Experience: While a background in employability or recruitment is desirable, we also value candidates with strong customer service, motivational, and problem-solving skills. A good working knowledge of the local labour market is essential, and basic knowledge of self-employment is beneficial.
• Commitment to Safeguarding: A strong understanding and commitment to safeguarding principles, including the Prevent Duty, is paramount. A DBS check may be required.

Competitive Remuneration and Benefits:

In recognition of your dedication and expertise, we offer:

• A competitive salary range of £26,500 to £29,545 per annum (dependent on experience).
• Generous annual leave: 25 days + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day Off, with the option to purchase additional days.
• 2 Volunteer Days to support causes you care about.
• A robust pension scheme (5% Employee, 5% Employer contribution).
• Comprehensive Healthcare Cash Plan, including 3x salary life assurance.
• Annual Pay Review to ensure your compensation remains competitive.
• Refer a Friend Scheme to reward your network.
• Access to BenefitHub, offering a wide array of retail discounts and voluntary benefits.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an employee-owned organisation that truly values its people and is dedicated to creating positive change. If you are ready to embark on a career that allows you to empower others and build a stronger future, we encourage you to apply.