IPS Employment Assistant(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

About the Role

This is an opportunity to join the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) service, a nationally recognised, evidence-based model that helps people experiencing mental health conditions move into paid employment and stay in work.

Employment is a key part of recovery, providing structure, independence, confidence, and social connection. Despite this, many people with mental health conditions remain out of work. The IPS service aims to close this gap by offering tailored, practical employment support.

In this role, you will support IPS Employment Specialists in helping individuals across York and North Yorkshire find meaningful and sustainable employment.

Important: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. This role is eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

What You’ll Be Doing

Working as part of the IPS team, you will help individuals on their employment journey by providing practical, hands-on support.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting job seekers with CV writing and job applications
  Assisting with job searching and identifying suitable employment opportunities
  Helping individuals prepare for interviews and build confidence
  Supporting clients in work through ongoing guidance (“in-work support”)
  Using employment support tools and digital platforms effectively
  Liaising with employers, community organisations, and partner agencies
  Working closely with IPS Employment Specialists to deliver personalised support

You will play an active role in helping ensure the right person is matched to the right job at the right time.

About the IPS Model

IPS (Individual Placement and Support) is based on the principle that people with mental health conditions can and do succeed in competitive employment when given the right support.

Key principles include:

• Rapid job search rather than long pre-employment training
  Focus on real, competitive employment
  Integration with mental health services
  Ongoing support for both employee and employer
  Respect for individual choice and preferences

About the Organisation

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health and learning disability services across the North East and North Yorkshire.

The Trust is committed to inclusion, recovery-focused care, and supporting people to live fulfilling lives within their communities.

It is also recognised as a Disability Confident employer, promoting fair recruitment and workplace equality.

Essential Requirements

Qualifications

• Level 2 literacy and numeracy (or willingness to achieve within 12 months)
  Level 3 qualification in Information, Advice and Guidance (or willingness to achieve within 18 months)
  Completion of Care Certificate (within 12 weeks of starting)

Experience & Skills

• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team (MDT)
  Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
  Ability to manage a caseload and prioritise tasks
  Confidence using employment-related systems and digital tools
  Ability to deliver structured employment support interventions
  Understanding of record-keeping and confidentiality standards

Personal Attributes

• Compassionate and respectful approach to supporting vulnerable people
  Commitment to promoting inclusion and reducing stigma around mental health
  Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  Flexible and able to adapt in a fast-paced environment
  Strong motivation for personal and professional development
  Commitment to service quality and improvement

Additional Information

• Travel across the region is required (reasonable adjustments available)
  This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
  Overseas applicants may need a criminal record certificate
  Information on data protection and confidentiality

Employer Details

• Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
  Huntington House
  Jockey Lane
  York
  YO32 9QW

Why Apply?

This role gives you the opportunity to:

• Directly support people into meaningful employment
  Work in a recovery-focused NHS service
  Develop specialist employment support skills
  Be part of a nationally recognised evidence-based programme