We’re recruiting a Team Leader to join our ranks.
You’ll manage a team of Employment Specialists providing supervision, training, caseload management, and role modelling of the IPS approach, as part of the holistic recovery plan for health service users. You’ll provide a pivotal role in managing a high-quality service that meets Fidelity standards and delivers positive outcomes for service users. You’ll work with clients (manage a small caseload) who have health support needs, to assist them in securing sustainable paid employment in line with their preferences. You’ll embed a high-performance culture to ensure an execution of all contractual delivery supported by exceptional quality and compliance, within budget, through effective management and leadership.
Our ideal candidate would be someone who can demonstrate effective coaching and mentoring skills and have experience in a leadership/management role. We're looking for a high level of initiative and motivation with the ability to seek out solutions to problems, as well as the ability to work under pressure.
Be proud to help our communities build back better, to ensure no one is left behind.
All new colleagues will be offered to enrol on a Level 2 Employment Apprenticeship and have the prospect to move into other apprenticeship levels.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applications from underrepresented groups
In return for your dedication, knowledge, and commitment, we’re offering a competitive salary of£37,000 p.a. with these great benefits:
* 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day off (with the opportunity to buy additional days)
* 2 Volunteer Days
* Company Pension Scheme - 5% Employee 5% Employer
* Health Insurance Allowance
* Employer Paid Healthcare Cash Plan, incl. 3 x salary life assurance
* Annual Pay Review
* Enhanced Maternity/Adoption and Paternity Pay Arrangements
* Free access to BenefitHub – an online portal with access to a wide range of retail discounts, Life Assurance, Cycle to Work Scheme, Tax Saver Commuter Tickets
* Refer a Friend Scheme
There’s also the opportunity to progress your career!
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) .
Location: Kingston
Hours: 37 hours a week. Monday to Thursday 8.30 am to 5pm, Friday 8.30 am to 4.30pm
Closing Date: 7 May 2025
Contract; Subject to Contract Award
Key Responsibilities
* Effectively manage a high-quality service that adheres to the principles of IPS best practice.
* Drive and monitor stakeholder engagement to ensure development of a robust referral pipeline.
* Attend multidisciplinary team meetings, delivering presentations as needed to promote provision.
* Monitor and manage performance of the IPS Employment Specialists – guide them individually on best practice and achieving individual and team job outcome targets.
* Identify training needs of staff and arrange appropriate training to support with continuous professional development.
Skills and Experience
Essential
* A good working knowledge of disability/health needs issues, policies, and legislation in relation to employment
* Good understanding of the principles and practice of supported employment
* GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths at Grade C or above or equivalent qualification or experience
* Fully IT literate in using a range of Microsoft Office programmes to include 365 products and modern digital technologies, i.e. Microsoft Teams and Skype for Business
* Experience of working in a target driven environment
* Experience of delivering services to meet contractual and quality standards
Desirable
* Knowledge of the IPS approach
* Experience of working with people in ‘advice & guidance’ environments
* Full driving license to enable deployment across a specified geographical area (region), when required