Personal Advisor

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is seeking a Personal Adviser to join the Ready to Work (RTW) team within Learning Skills and Workforce Development (LSWD). This is an opportunity to play a key role in supporting residents of the East Riding to overcome barriers and progress into employment, training or further learning. The role The postholder will provide high-quality advice, guidance and support to participants on both a one-to-one and group basis. You will assess individual needs, agree and review action plans, and support participants to achieve realistic and positive outcomes. Working as part of a supportive multi-disciplinary team, you will liaise with employers, training providers and partner agencies to ensure participants receive coordinated, person-centred support. You will also contribute to meeting programme targets and maintaining accurate records in line with funding and quality requirements.,

• Provide careers advice, guidance and ongoing support to programme participants
• Assess learning, employment and support needs and develop tailored action plans
• Support individuals facing barriers to progression, including health conditions, disabilities and long-term unemployment
• Maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, employers and partner agencies
• Complete required documentation, reports and outcome evidence in line with service standards
• Keep up to date with local labour market information, training opportunities and funding initiatives
• Contribute positively to team working and continuous service improvement, We offer the opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking local authority that is committed to supporting residents, communities and local employers. You will be joining a service that values collaboration, learning and making a measurable difference.
  
  You will have experience of supporting individuals to achieve positive progression outcomes and be confident managing a caseload. You will be organised, resilient and able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people.
You will demonstrate:
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• A positive, non-judgemental and person-centred approach
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work on your own initiative
• Confidence using IT systems to maintain accurate records
• A genuine commitment to equality, inclusion and supporting people to achieve their potential
  
  We offer the opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking local authority that is committed to supporting residents, communities and local employers. You will be joining a service that values collaboration, learning and making a measurable difference.
This is a part-time role (29 hours per week) based in Bridlington, offering a positive work-life balance alongside meaningful work.

This is a part-time role (29 hours per week) based in Bridlington, offering a positive work-life balance alongside meaningful work.