Community Support Engagement Officer
Colchester but with travel to Braintree and Tendring
£33,197 - £34,200 per annum
Fixed Term for 12 months – Full-time – 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
About the role
You will develop vital links between clients seeking work or inspiring to move closer to the labour market and Construction and STEM based employers. You will seek out opportunities for clients aspiring to work or change careers. You will also identify potential in individuals, understand their existing talents and develop, instigate and co-ordinate individual plans of action to facilitate their journey to new careers or employment.
About you
You will have experience of working in partnership with differing organisations towards a common goal, good communication skills and the ability to persuade others to overcome perceived barriers. You will also enjoy working with adults to provide opportunities to better themselves, be able to give sound advice and actively build pathways of development that leads to meaningful careers / employment.
Closing date: 13 October 2024
Our Benefits include:
* Generous holiday (28 days per year, plus efficiency closure over Christmas and New Year and all Bank Holidays)
* Excellent opportunities for professional development
* Local Government Pension Scheme (22.6% employer contribution)
* Extensive Employee Benefits Scheme including discounts at high street and online retailers
To apply please complete our Application form on our website.
Please contact the People & Culture Team on [email protected] or call 01206 583360 if you have any queries or would like further information.
Additional Information
Colchester Institute is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We strive to be an Equal Opportunities employer. All applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a Criminal Records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Colchester Institute will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Please visit our website to obtain further details about the College.