Purpose of Post
To deliver job search training and advice on individual basis to support learners in their search for sustainable employment & carry out monitoring visits and reviews whilst on programme & in work. Working to requirements of subcontract with Serco in delivery of Flexible New Deal Step 2.
Main Duties
- Establish and maintain contact with job seekers in line with contract requirements and complete all necessary paperwork to ensure contract compliance.
- Complete initial induction with job seekers. Regularly update and review action plans for each case loaded job seeker.
- Establish and maintain contact with employers to provide work related activities.
- Devise and deliver regular job search sessions on interview techniques, completion of CV's and application forms, telephone techniques, compiling and sending speculative letters to employers.
- Maintain paper and electronic documentary evidence of all job search activities for individuals.
- Constantly monitor employment vacancies; communicate with employers; research Internet websites and maintain close contact with Job centre Plus.
- Have an understanding of the employment barriers facing learners. Arrange one to one meetings with learners and offer extra support for those with special needs.
- Provide guidance and support to learners and refer to appropriate agencies as required.
- Undertake Health & Safety risk assessments and monitor all work experience placements and projects. Ensure constant communication with Supervisors.
Skills & Aptitudes/Essential
- Ability to motivate others.
- Good communication skills and organisational skills.
- Good written and IT skills.
- Flexible approach.
Desirable
Welsh Speaker.
Knowledge & Experience/Essential
- Comprehensive knowledge of the issues surrounding unemployment.
- Knowledge of opportunities available to unemployed adults.
- Knowledge of labour market information and of job search strategies
- Knowledge of attitudes to learning.
- Experience of work dealing sensitively with individuals and different representative agencies.
Desirable
Previous experience in this area of work.
Attitude & Motivation/Essential
- Ability to work on own and as part of a team
- Self motivated & Non judgemental attitude
- Ability to work under pressure and to targets with good humour
- Willingness to undertake ongoing training as required by subcontract
- Determination to succeed in a challenging area of work.
Qualifications & Training/Essential
Careers Advice qualification/Adult Education Teaching Qualification or substantial experience in working in this field. A clean driving licence and the use of a car would be an advantage.
