Employment Coach / IAG Support Officer

I am currently recruiting for an IAG Support Officer / Employment Coach to work on behalf of a leading local authority based in Sheffield.

This is an exciting new project and will be challenging yet really rewarding.

Your day will be varied and will include the below duties:

• Working closely with participants
• Providing CV writing advice
• Supporting with job searches and advising on how to access opportunities
• Providing employability advice and support
• Give excellent customer service to both internal and external customers and stakeholders
• Work as part of a wider team to help achieve the goals of the project
• Update the system accurately and in a timely fashion with participants details/outcomes
• Complete and maintain relevant documentation in-line with policies and processes
• Support in the recruitment of learners
• Develop a working relationship with Job Centres and other external partners

As the successful person joining the team you will ideally have the below skills and experiences:

• Have experience of working with learners/job seekers
• 16+ experience is desirable but not essential as long as you have confidence in working in the 16+ field
• Be knowledgeable of the IAG agenda
• Have excellent IT skills including the use of MS Excel and Outlook
• Have strong accuracy and attention to detail
• Be customer focussed and strive to provide a leading service
• Enjoy working as part of a team

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a great team and to really make a difference to peoples lives. It could lead to a longer-term role within the public sector and kick start a new career.

The hours of work are full time and are Monday to Friday (Condensed hours are possible too).

The hourly rate is £16.40 (PAYE).

Please apply today to register your interest!

What Reed can offer you as a temporary employee:

• A dedicated consultant who will act as your key point of contact during and between any bookings
• Secure & online time sheet system which is quick and easy to use
• A self-service portal to access holiday requests/ Payslips/ P45 at your own leisure
• A dedicated payroll team
• Access to free training
• Access to discount club/ healthcare/ reed rewards
• Pension /paid holiday scheme/ maternity benefits
• Contacts for other Reed consultants and divisions
• Opportunities to work with some of the UKs leading employers including local authorities, NHS and local SME's