Employment Support Specialist (individual Placement Support) Morpeth Campus, Northumberland Skills , United Kingdom £31,537 - £34,434 Permanent Apply By 5 May, 2026 Posted On 21 April, 2026
Northumberland County Council
Morpeth, United Kingdom
Base: £31,537 - £34,434; bonus/equity: not specifi...
On-site
Individual placement support ips model experience
Full uk driving licence and vehicle access
Outreach work across community settings
Northumberland County Council is seeking an Employment Support Specialist for its Connect to Work Programme, aimed at helping residents with health conditions and disabilities find meaningful employment. The role involves community outreach and collaboration with various partners to support individuals throughout their job-seeking process
Job Summary
This role utilizes the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model to help residents with health conditions and disabilities secure meaningful employment.
The position involves an outreach approach, meeting clients in community partner settings, employer sites, GP surgeries, and job centres.
Benefits include 26 days annual leave rising to 31 days after 5 years, automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme, and a flexi scheme.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 85
Northumberland County Council is seeking an Employment Support Specialist for its Connect to Work Programme, aimed at helping residents with health conditions and disabilities find meaningful employment. The role involves community outreach and collaboration with various partners to support individuals throughout their job-seeking process.
Salary
Base: £31,537 - £34,434; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 26-31 days annual leave; Local Government Pension Scheme; Flexi scheme
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Individual Placement Support IPS model experience
Full UK driving licence and vehicle access
Outreach work across community settings
Nice-to-have
Knowledge of local employment challenges
Experience in health or social care sectors
Strong interpersonal and organisational skills
Key Requirements
Full UK driving licence required
Access to a personal vehicle
Experience in employability or community engagement