IPS EmploymentSpecialist Across the Furness Peninsula £31,067 (25 Days Holiday Bank Holidays, Local Government Pension Scheme) Full-time, Permanent The Role: We are recruiting an IPS Employment Specialist who willhelp job seekers navigate barriers, build confidence, and secure meaningful employment. You will provide tailored, one-on-one support across the region. Youll work closely with individuals, empowering them to overcome challenges, build new skills, and thrive in the workplace. From offering guidance to building trust, youll be a key factor in helping individuals achieve long-term success in employment. Duties: Manage a caseload of individuals, conducting thorough assessments to identify personal strengths and barriers to employment. Design bespoke action plans tailored to each customers needs and career goals, addressing specific challenges they may face. Guide customers through every step, from job applications to interview preparation, skills development, and workplace integration. Help customers build self-confidence and independence through regular check-ins, goal setting, and consistent support. Offer post-placement support, ensuring job retention by assisting with challenges that arise during employment. Required Skills: Experience working with job seekers or transferable skills in providing advice, guidance, or coaching. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport and motivate others. A proactive and empathetic approach to problem-solving and customer support. A genuine passion for helping individuals overcome barriers and reach their potential. The ability to set SMART goals and effectively track progress. Due to the nature of this role, you will hold a driving licence and have access to your own vehicle, you will also be required to complete an online Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. If this sounds like the perfect role for you then please submit your CV. This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. Please be aware we receive a high volume of applications and regularly receive applications from candidates who exceed the job credentials. We will only contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. Should you apply for this role, we will process your data as detailed in our Privacy Policy and by applying for this opportunity I agree that Aspire Recruitment will keep me informed about potential employment opportunities regularly and that I can choose to opt out of receiving information at any time ADZN1_UKTJ