Employment Adviser

Employment Adviser

CAPTION:

• Company: Realise Futures


• Salary: £27,150


• Hours: Full-time


• Location: Ipswich, IP2 8SJ


• Working pattern: On-site


• Job type: Permanent


• Posting date: 12 Aug 2026


• Closing date: 9 Sept 2026

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Summary

• Contract Type: Permanent


• Salary: £27,150 per annum


• Hours Available: 37 hours per week


• Location: Ipswich

About us:

The purpose of Realise Futures is to improve the wellbeing, mental health and employability of disabled and disadvantaged people whilst contributing to the economy in our communities. Realise Futures operates as a hybrid company combining commercial trade with personal & government funded public services. Our aim is to create opportunities for people to succeed in work, learning and life through

four company departments, Learning Coaching & Advice, Employment & Inclusion and RF Works (seven distinct Social Businesses) and Central (internal core infrastructure).

We provide professional and tailored opportunities that support people to realise their potential.

As one of the largest Community Interest Companies in the East of England, we employ approximately 230 staff, 40% of which have a declared disability.

Realise Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people, and children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Realise Futures is proud to be a mindful employer that offers a range of employee benefits including;

• Flexible working arrangements (where business needs allow)


• Performance related pay increase system as part of the appraisal process


• 55p per mile expenses (cars, first 10,000 miles, excluding commute)


• Appreciation Award if successfully nominated: £150 per individual OR £500 shared across your team


• Annual Colleague Awards event at our AGM.


• 25 days annual leave (in addition to recognised bank holidays) unless working less then 52 weeks a year


• Additional day of paid leave around your birthday


• Additional paid wellbeing day


• Additional paid volunteer day


• 3 days additional annual leave after 3 years service - unless working less then 52 weeks a year


• An additional day's paid leave on the day that you celebrate a 5-year work anniversary with Realise Futures


• Disability leave policy that is separate from Sickness Absence


• A confidential counselling service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to you and members of your immediate family


• Trained First Aid Mental Health First Aiders


• Cycle to Work scheme


• Occupational pension scheme

How to apply:

To apply, please complete the online application form by clicking the blue 'Apply Now' button below.

Closing Date: Wednesday 9th September 2026

Interview Date: Thursday 17th September 2026 - Please ensure you are available for these dates, before applying

If you have any further queries, or difficulties in completing the Application Form, please email: recruitment@realisefutures.org

Realise Futures CIC -A company operating across Suffolk and Norfolk combining commercial trade of products and services alongside work placements, employment and training opportunities. The primary aim of the business is to improve and promote the economic and social wellbeing of those who are disadvantaged and/or disabled. The company is organised in four divisions, Learning and Development, Employment & Inclusion and RF Works (seven distinct Social Businesses) and Central (internal core infrastructure). Together they provide professional and tailored opportunities that support people to realise their potential.

Realise Futures: Enhancing People's Lives.

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The purpose of Realise Futures is to improve the wellbeing, mental health and employability of disabled and disadvantaged people whilst contributing to the economy in our communities. Realise Futures operates as a hybrid company combining commercial trade with personal & government funded public services. Our aim is to create opportunities for people to succeed in work, learning and life through

four company departments, Learning Coaching & Advice, Employment & Inclusion and RF Works (seven distinct Social Businesses) and Central (internal core infrastructure).

We provide professional and tailored opportunities that support people to realise their potential.

As one of the largest Community Interest Companies in the East of England, we employ approximately 230 staff, 40% of which have a declared disability., Realise Futures CIC -A company operating across Suffolk and Norfolk combining commercial trade of products and services alongside work placements,

employment and training opportunities. The primary aim of the business is to improve and promote the economic and social wellbeing of those who are disadvantaged and/or disabled. The company is organised in four divisions, Learning and Development, Employment & Inclusion and RF Works

(seven distinct Social Businesses) and Central (internal core infrastructure). Together they provide professional and tailored opportunities that support

people to realise their potential.

Realise Futures: Enhancing People's Lives.

Realise Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people, and children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Realise Futures is proud to be a mindful employer that offers a range of employee benefits including;

Flexible working arrangements (where business needs allow)

Performance related pay increase system as part of the appraisal process

55p per mile expenses (cars, first 10,000 miles, excluding commute)

Appreciation Award if successfully nominated: £150 per individual OR £500 shared across your team

Annual Colleague Awards event at our AGM.

25 days annual leave (in addition to recognised bank holidays) unless working less then 52 weeks a year

Additional day of paid leave around your birthday

Additional paid wellbeing day

Additional paid volunteer day

3 days additional annual leave after 3 years service - unless working less then 52 weeks a year

An additional day's paid leave on the day that you celebrate a 5-year work anniversary with Realise Futures

Disability leave policy that is separate from Sickness Absence

A confidential counselling service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to you and members of your immediate family

Trained First Aid Mental Health First Aiders

Cycle to Work scheme

Occupational pension scheme