Role overviewPassionate about helping young people take up Training and Employment opportunities?We are looking for a Specialist.....
Role overview
Passionate about helping young people take up Training and Employment opportunities?
We are looking for a Specialist Employability Support Worker who will tailor 1-2-1 employability support to help young people
better prepare for the uptake of training and employment opportunities.
Someone to help improve opportunities for diverse groups and females; and tackle poverty through education, removing barriers and
improving access.
The aim is to support care leavers and homeless young people living in CCP’s supported accommodation in Gloucestershire
(Cheltenham, Stroud, Gloucester and Lydney - Forest of Dean) through an employability and social inclusion programme.
The Specialist Employability Support Worker will be experienced and have the specialised skills to enable young people to be
better prepared for work.
The role will include
• Personal action planning and development.
• Training.
• Strengths-based skills.
• Mentoring.
• Work experience opportunities.
• Referrals to other relevant agencies.
• Tracking of personal milestones and outcomes.
You will be required to travel within your designated area of work, therefore a full driver’s licence and your own transport are
essential.
You'll be set up so you can do a mix of home working and in your locality office.
About Us
Established in 1989, CCP is a registered charity propelled by an unwavering commitment to addressing homelessness, family
breakdown, and social exclusion. Over the years, we've consistently made tangible impacts in communities across Gloucestershire,
Worcestershire, Herefordshire, South Gloucestershire, Bristol, Wiltshire, Dorset, and Devon.
What We Offer
At CCP, you're not simply entering a workplace; you're immersing yourself in an exceptional and nurturing environment. Our
unwavering commitment to your growth is evident in our meticulously designed, personalised training pathways aimed at propelling
your career to new heights. Join a community of seasoned professionals who are genuinely excited about supporting your progress.
Make the transformative choice for your career—choose CCP.
Benefits
* 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, with an additional day added per year and an option to purchase more^
* Enhanced pension and sick pay
* Death in service benefit
* Free subscription to Benenden Cashback plan or Perkbox Discounts
* 45p Business Mileage^^
Why choose CCP
1. Investors in People Gold accredited employer, committed to making the workplace better for you.
2. Excellent training and support to help you excel in your role.
3. A voice in various groups, including Proud2Be, Green Impact, Health & Safety, and Health and Wellbeing.
4. Access to a Workplace Welfare Manager for support when needed.
5. Be part of an organisation that delivers social value; check out our latest Impact Report https://impact.ccp.org.uk/
[https://impact.ccp.org.uk/]
Are Your Values Aligned with Ours?
We look for staff who embody our SPIRIT values:
Show gratitude and appreciation of others.
Demonstrate personal and professional pride.
Integrity is everything.
Reflect and learn.
Continuous improvement.
Take your best self wherever you go.
How to Apply
If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and share our values, click the apply button to start your journey with CCP.
Position: Specialist Employability Support Worker (Job ID 847)
Hours: 37.5 hours a week (9-5pm Monday - Friday)
Contract: Fixed term contract until 26th May 2025
Location: Gloucestershire
Pay: £23,800 per year - Band B
Closing Date: 11:59pm Monday 6th May 2024 - CCP reserves the right to close the job advert early if needed.
Interview Date: 11:59pm Monday 13th May 2024
CCP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
Our robust Safeguarding Policy guides our recruitment process. We believe in the rehabilitative power of employment and working
toward a purpose, so a prior conviction will not necessarily prevent you from joining CCP. Please note this role is subject to
satisfactory pre-employment checks and also an enhanced check by the Disclosure & Barring Services, paid for by CCP.
Please review the attached job attachments for further insights.
^Annual Leave entitlement will be pro-rata for Part-time staff. Working on public holidays due to a rota pattern will be
compensated with time off in lieu. An extra day of leave accrues for each completed financial year (capped at 5). Purchasing
additional holidays is capped at 5 per year.
^^Contracted staff only. Business mileage (45p a mile) is paid for any daily miles over and above the distance from your home to
the allocated workplace location and back. You'll need a well-maintained vehicle with valid tax, MOT and Insurance covering
business use.
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