Community Employment Mentor

Salary: £30,296 - £33.945 per annum (G06)

Work base: Coed Pella

Conwy Employment Hub are looking for a driven Employment Mentor who will deliver an excellent customer service for participants, playing a pivotal role in equipping them with the skills, tools and practices they need in order to enter/re-enter employment.

Conwy Council offer a hybrid working environment and flexibility with working hours which makes for a great work life balance - whether or not you choose to come in and work from our new Coed Pella office or from home, Employment Mentors manage a caseload of Participants, working with them to support progression into sustained employment.

You will be responsible for:

• Identifying participants goals, aspirations, and barriers to employment - facilitating appropriate short and long-term solutions and interventions as require
• Monitoring ongoing progression of participants into sustainable employment whilst also developing their job search skills, strategy, empowerment and confidence
• Identifying appropriate internal and external contacts to build, develop and maintain relationships as a source of referrals for participants
• Establishing and managing relationships with Employers, following up with both participants and the Employer to gain interviews and ensure a smooth transition into employment and beyond

Accurate and timely recording and review (for completion and completeness) of all participant details and requirements for every intervention.

Due to the nature of the post the successful candidate will be subject to a disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This role offers flexible working options for a work life balance. This can include adjusting your working day and hybrid working, ie a balance of office and home working.

Manager details for informal discussion:

Sarah Jones, Employment Manager

(01492 575126 / M: 07751 729278 Sarah.jones6@conwy.gov.uk)

Welsh Language Skills: The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. We are committed to our Welsh language and are proud of our Welsh culture. We welcome applications in both Welsh and English and application forms received in either language will not be treated less favourably than each other.

We're passionate about supporting and encouraging you to use your Cymraeg whatever your level. We offer free classes at all levels, in-person and on-line to support you.

Conwy is committed to safeguarding. Qualifications and references will be verified.

In promoting Equal Opportunities, Conwy welcomes applicants from all sections of the community. All Disabled applicants who meet the essential job requirements will be guaranteed an interview. The Council will provide appropriate additional work facilities for disabled applicants. There is an option for disabled people to apply on different formats. Please contact the HR Team on 01492 576129 for further advice.

Mae'r ffurflen hon ar gael yn Gymraeg hefyd.