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Employment Advisor
Locations across Greater Manchester (Salford, Wigan, Bury, Stockport, Manchester)
Up to £29,000 + 25 days holidays
Full-time, Permanent
The Role:
We are seeking a proactive and compassionate Employment Advisor to support unemployed individuals facing mental health challenges and other barriers in their journey to employment. This role also involves assisting those on long-term sick leave to successfully return to the workplace.

Duties:

Manage a caseload of clients with diverse challenges, including mental health issues, disabilities, substance misuse, offending backgrounds, and skills gaps.

Conduct thorough initial assessments to understand each client’s barriers, previous experiences, skills, and training needs.

Develop and agree on SMART action plans with clients, regularly reviewing their progress and addressing any new challenges to help them become work-ready.

Engage with employers to identify and promote suitable employment opportunities for clients.

Provide up to six months of in-work support for clients who successfully secure employment, ensuring sustained progress.

Required Skills:

2 years proven experience as an Employment Advisor or Job Coach, with a strong track record of supporting unemployed individuals into work.

Skilled in developing person-centred SMART action plans and managing complex caseloads.

Demonstrated success in engaging employers, identifying job opportunities, and supporting clients through applications, interviews, and onboarding processes.

A self-starter who thrives in a results-driven environment and is committed to making a positive impact.

A full, clean driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential.

Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to complete an online Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

If this sounds like the perfect role for you then please submit your CV.

This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. Please be aware we receive a high volume of applications and regularly receive applications from candidates who exceed the job credentials. We will only contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. Should you apply for this role, we will process your data as detailed in our