Employment Opportunities

 

Employability Development Worker

Reporting to Client Services  Manager, the post holders primary role is to engage with 18 to 24 year old clients to deliver employability development programmes that support clients along the employability pathway, towards the ultimate goal of sustainable employment and other  relevant progression. The role also requires the development of employer partnerships to create appropriate opportunities for the young people.
 
Other main duties involve:
 
Provide advice, training and support to get clients into work and to secure work opportunities with employers
 
Liaising with clients and responding to their individual needs
 
Review clients progress and complete accurately internal paperwork required
 
Ensuring all paperwork is accurate and up to date
 
Attend staff meetings as required
 
Assisting in overseeing the general welfare of clients and to discuss any matter of concern with appropriate Line Manager
 
Implement and adhere to strategic and operational plans including Health and Safety, Equal Opportunities, Child Protection and where appropriate contribute to the continuous improvement of business processes according to the Quality Assurance procedures
 
Establish robust positive relationships with employers to achieve suitable placements / Support clients and employers to reduce or overcome barriers to employment
 
Methodically plan, organise and implement your work to meet the required timescales, targets and standards as set by STF which includes maintaining your records and managing your own diary
 
Provide assistance to work colleagues
 
Formulation of clients training/personal development plans and review these accordingly
 
N.B. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure
 
Experience / Qualifications
SVQ Level 3 in an appropriate discipline and/or equivalent experience of 2 years or more in a similar role/context
 
Working within Employability, personal development, youth work, adult learning, guidance, vocational training or associated field of work
 
Working with young people or adults
 
Full Driving Licence
 
Candidates will need the following personal attributes
Effective communication and organisational skills
 
Sound Administrative skills
 
Ability to work under pressure and to be flexible
 
Mature and calm approach to work
 
Ability to schedule own appointments to meet targets and timescales
 
Closing Date for Applications: 22/07/2010

Start Date: ASAP
 
Hours: 34
 
The position is full time position with initial funding till March 2011. The position includes a trial period of six month’s
 
Salary Grade: G15 – G18    £17,500 - £18,000
 
Based:  Saltcoats, North Ayrshire

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