Employment Support Worker

This is a hands-on, people-facing role that offers variety,challengeand genuine job satisfaction. It is not an office-based or administrative post.The role is centred onsupportingyoung people directly in real workplace settings, helping them to build skills, confidence and independence on their journey into paid employment.,

• able to work Monday to Friday
• Supportingseveral young people in work placements across Oxfordshire, under the guidance of an Employment Advisor
• Providing practical advice to employers on reasonable adjustments, withsupportfrom the Employment Advisor
• Taking a strengths-based approach to help individuals develop their skills, confidence and independence at work
• Building positive working relationships with employers, colleagues and partner organisations
• Completing essential reviews and associated paperwork tosupportdelivery of the programme (this forms a small but necessary part of the role)
Travel across Oxfordshire is required. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle would be an advantage.


• Experience of, or a strongunderstandingof,supportingpeople with disabilities within a workplace or employment-focused setting
• Excellent verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues, college teams, employers, and the individuals beingsupportedon our programmes
• Strong organisational skills, enabling you to manage your time effectively whilesupportingpeople across multiple locations throughout Oxfordshire
You will also need the ability to:
• Provide practical advice, guidance and solutions tosupportthe learning and development of young people and adults within real work environments, while maintaining a professional andsupportiveapproach at all times
• Work well under pressure, using your initiative to prioritise tasks and manage workloads effectively
• Take a flexible, dynamic approach with a positive "can-do" attitude, adapting yoursupportto different learning styles and workplace situations
• Communicate withunderstanding, patience and professionalism when working with individuals and others who have a strong interest in a young person's future, such as families, employers and professionals
  
  At Oxfordshire Employment, we are dedicated tosupportingindividuals with disabilities and or long-term health barriers to find and maintain meaningful employment. Our expansion allows us to extend our reach andsupporteven more people in achieving their career goals., Award-Winning Excellence: Be part of a team recognised for breaking down barriers to employment and making a real difference in people's lives.
High SEQF Score: Our good rating under the SEQF highlights our dedication to providing high-qualitysupportedemployment services. Growth and Opportunities: With new government funding, we are expanding our services, creating more opportunities for both our customers and our team. InclusiveandSupportiveEnvironment: Work in a dynamic andinclusiveenvironment where your skills and contributions are valued. Professional Development: Benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your career., Oxfordshire Employment , is seeking to recruit an EmploymentSupportWorker to work primarily on ourSupportedInternship Programme.You may also be required tosupportother employment programmes delivered by the service, depending on service need. OxfordshireSupportedInternships are delivered in partnership with local colleges, employers and service providers.The programme supports young adults to achieve their employment goals through a combination of college learning and substantial, real-world work placements. In this role, you will spend the majority of your time out in the community and in workplaces, working directly with young people in their placements.You willcollaborateclosely with colleagues, employers and other stakeholders to ensure each young person is wellsupportedto develop their skills, strengths and confidence at work, with the aim of progressing into paid employment where appropriate. EmploymentSupportWorkersactively:
• Identify and develop work placement opportunities with local employers
• Provide in-work coaching and practical, on-the-jobsupportby working alongside young people in their placements
• Help young people learn job tasks, workplace routines and professional behaviours in real employment environments
  
  We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, jobsharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.
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