Inclusive Employment Manager - Connect to Work
📍 Location: GL1 2EA
🕒 Hours: 37 hours per week
💼 Contract: Permanent (3 days per week in the office)
💰 Salary: £49,764 per annum
Make a difference. Lead change. Champion inclusive employment across Gloucestershire.
We are looking for a motivated and experienced Inclusive Employment Manager to lead and shape the Connect to Work programme delivery-part of Gloucestershire County Council's Employment and Skills Hub.
As part of the Hub's leadership team, you will play a central role in supporting individuals with a wide range of needs and barriers to sustainable employment. You will manage Team Leaders responsible for various delivery areas, ensuring high-quality performance, effective resource deployment, and a person-centred approach that promotes independence and long-term outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the Connect to Work programme, overseeing performance, quality, workforce planning, and the effective use of resources.
Line manage and support Team Leaders through regular supervision, coaching, and professional development.
Ensure delivery aligns with supported employment frameworks and DWP requirements, providing accurate reporting and data analysis.
Promote the service internally and externally, building strong relationships with partners, employers, and stakeholders.
Contribute to the strategic development of inclusive employment across the county.
Support a culture of learning, innovation, and continuous improvement.
What You'll Bring:
Experience working with people who face barriers to employment or within inclusive employment settings.
Proven background in team and performance management, HR procedures, and safeguarding.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Confidence in handling complex situations and quality assurance processes.
Familiarity with supported employment practices and inclusive workplace development.
Ability to manage change, develop new ideas, and drive cross-sector collaboration.
We Offer:
A permanent role with hybrid flexibility (3 days in the office per week).
Opportunities to influence and shape inclusive employment services across Gloucestershire.
Access to a dynamic and supportive team environment.
A competitive salary and benefits package, with a strong emphasis on development and well-being.We'd love to hear from you if you're passionate about inclusion, employment, and leadership and ready to inspire and empower others to succeed.
Apply now and help us build a more inclusive future.
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