Restart Employment Advisor

Overview

The Growth Company’s (GC) Employment team have an exciting new opportunity for a Restart Employment Advisor to deliver a range of guidance and training services for unemployed people, contributing to individuals’ progression into employment, training, and education. Within the Restart Scheme, you will be part of a government initiative that provides personalised support for up to 12 months to help people find a job in their local area and overcome any challenges that might be standing in the way of employment.

We help to make a lasting difference to the lives of people throughout the North of England and beyond by supporting individuals to gain meaningful employment.

Our highly skilled advisers and keyworkers work with a range of individuals, from people who have found themselves recently out of work to those with complex barriers such as physical disabilities, mental ill-health, and debt.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team to co-ordinate and deliver advice, guidance, and training interventions that meet the needs of unemployed individuals. Operate referral and liaison procedures with other agencies (e.g., JCP, local referral partners, colleges, employers, training providers, and recruitment agencies) to support individuals' achievement of skills and progression to employment, training, and education.
• Establish and deliver both one-to-one and group activities as part of customer interventions, including initial assessments, inductions, job search sessions, and follow-up appointments.
• Deliver one-to-one interventions at induction and assessment, ensuring individual learning needs are identified and addressed.
• Refer customers to internal and external agencies to support their progression.
• Plan training and other interventions for each customer, providing support in planning and decision-making.
• Facilitate group learning sessions that improve employability.
• Report any safeguarding concerns relating to individuals.
• Participate in activities that support the work of the team and Work Solutions, such as tender / bid writing and the development of new products / services.

About You

Skills Required

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