Employment Officer (SkillSET)

Employment Officer (SkillSET)

Job summary

The Cedar Foundation is seeking to recruit the following staff member:

Job Ref: 26-152-EO-ECI-WEB
Job Role: Employment Officer (SkillSET)
Location: South Eastern HSCT area, Office based: 1 Upper Lisburn Road, Belfast, BT10 0GW (with agile working options)
Salary: Starting at £30,436 per annum (pro-rata)
Hours: 37 hours per week (working pattern to be agreed)
Contract: Temporary until August 2027 (1 year Maternity cover)

The Service

SkillSET supports individuals with a disability or other health conditions, aged over 16 years, to identify and secure employment. We offer specialised pre-employment training and mentoring that leads to enhanced skills and sustainable employment.

The Role

Responsible for the delivery of the SKillSET service directly to participants and employers leading to sustainable employment opportunities and inclusion outcomes

Benefits

• 20 days annual leave and 12 statutory days pro rata. Annual leave entitlements increases to 25 days (pro rata) after 5 years' service and 27 days (pro rata) after 10 years' service.
• Auto enrolment Pension through Standard Life. Employer contribution 4%, employee contribution 5%.
• Annual incremental pay increases on agreed salary scale.
• Agile working benefits.
• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme that increases with length of service.
• Investor in People Platinum accredited organisation with commitment to development of the staff team through training and learning opportunities.
• Staff recognition & reward incentives aligned to high standards of performance.
• Westfield Healthcare cashback scheme.
• Special offers at over 600 leading high street and online retailers.
• Cycle to Work scheme.

Please Note - At present The Cedar Foundation does not offer sponsorship.

Essential Criteria

1. Professional Qualifications:
   RQF level 6 (e.g., Bachelor's Degree) or equivalent level professional qualification AND
   Minimum of 1 year's paid experience in supporting individuals to find employment and liaising with employers
   OR.
   Minimum RQF 4 or equivalent in a relevant discipline AND
   A Minimum of 3 years' paid experience as above
2. Proficiency in IT skills, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
3. Ability to work independently with good organisational, communication & interpersonal skills

Desirable Criteria

1. Experience & understanding of the barriers in relation to disability
2. Experience of interagency working.

For further information and to submit your application, click the apply icon.

Closing Date: Friday 14th August :00 am

THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.