Employment Specialist

Are you passionate about helping people overcome barriers and achieve sustainable employment? We are looking for an Employment Specialist to join our Connect to Work team in Somerset, supporting individuals with health conditions and disabilities to find and retain meaningful work. As an Employment Specialist, the successful candidate will manage a caseload of participants, providing personalised advice, guidance and practical support to help them achieve their employment goals. The role involves building strong relationships with local employers, identifying suitable job opportunities, and working closely with health and community partners to deliver holistic, person-centred support. The successful candidate will be confident engaging with customers, motivating them to overcome challenges, and supporting their progression into sustainable employment. They will also be responsible for maintaining accurate records, achieving performance and quality targets, and delivering an excellent customer experience throughout every stage of the journey. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping people overcome barriers, achieve their goals, and make a lasting difference within their local community. In return for your dedication, knowledge, and commitment, we’re offering a competitive salary range £26,000 to £29,545 per annum (dependent on experience) with these great benefits: * 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day off (with the opportunity to buy additional days) * 2 Volunteer Days * Pension - 5% Employee 5% Employer * Healthcare Cash Plan, incl. 3 x salary life assurance * Annual Salary Review * Refer A Friend Scheme * Free access to Benefit Hub – an online portal with access to a wide range of retail discounts, cycle to work scheme and additional voluntary benefits Interested? There’s an easy to apply route below to upload your CV! If you need any further information, talk to our experienced Internal Recruitment Team on (phone number removed). Seetec Group is an employee-owned organisation and we continually pride ourselves on our sense of community, both in the incredible work we do throughout UK and Ireland, and internally with our employee-owners. People are at the front, centre and heart of every service we provide and each decision we make. Location: Somerset Hours: 37 hours a week. Monday to Thursday 8.30 am to 5pm, Friday 8.30 am to 4.30pm Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 19 August 2026 Please note that this opportunity is being advertised subject to contract award. Successful candidates will be added to our talent pool and contacted should recruitment proceed following confirmation of the contract. Key Resposibilites * Manage a caseload of participants, providing tailored support to help them move into sustainable employment. * Conduct assessments and develop personalised Action Plans to overcome barriers to work. * Achieve performance, quality, compliance, and customer service targets. * Build strong relationships with local employers and identify suitable job opportunities. * Support participants with job applications, interviews, and in-work support. * Work with partner organisations and specialist services to provide holistic support. * Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with data protection and safeguarding requirements. * Champion best practice and adhere to all company policies and procedures. * Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role