Employability Specialist

Company: WMJobs
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Location: Worcester
Job Description:

WMJobs Worcester, United Kingdom

Overview

Join to apply for the Employability Specialist role at WMJobs. Worcestershire County Council is seeking a skilled and motivated individual to join the Employability and Skills Team as an Employability Specialist, working with young adults aged 18–24 who face complex barriers to employment.

Role details

Job Title: Employability Specialist

Salary: £28,907- £30,889 per annum

Hours: 35 per week

Location: County Wide

Team: Employment and Skills

Contract: Permanent

Responsibilities

  • Provide tailored, 1:1 employment support to individuals facing challenges such as long-term unemployment, low confidence, mental health difficulties, or limited qualifications.
  • Use the Supported Employment Quality Framework and Individual Placement and Support (IPS) principles to help participants identify goals and take steps toward meaningful, sustainable employment.
  • Work with local employers to create inclusive job opportunities and provide in-work support to help individuals succeed and remain in employment.
  • Contribute to a countywide programme to reduce youth unemployment; collaborate with partners across local authorities, health services, and community organisations.

Benefits

  • Access to specialist training and ongoing professional development
  • Opportunities to contribute to innovative employability projects across Worcestershire
  • Opportunity to make a measurable difference in the lives of young people

Requirements

Experience supporting individuals into employment; understanding challenges faced by young adults with complex needs.

Additional information

Contact: Charlotte McCaughtrie – cmccaughtrie@worcestershire.gov.uk

Application Closing Date: 7 September 2025

Anticipated Interview Date: 10 September 2025

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Posted: April 11th, 2026