Employment Advisor
Job title: Employment Advisor
Salary: Circa £25,539 per annum
Hours: Full time & Part Time available
Reporting to: Project Manager
Location: Barrow
About Groundwork
Groundwork is a leading regeneration charity mobilising practical community action on poverty and the environment across the UK. Our mission is to support people in improving their prospects and unlocking their full potential — creating better places to live and work.
As part of our commitment to regeneration and community empowerment, we are delivering an employment programme that helps individuals build confidence, develop skills, and access sustainable employment opportunities.
About the Role
We are looking for a dedicated Employment Advisor to join our dynamic Employment Team in Barrow. In this rewarding role, you’ll work 1:1 with programme participants, supporting them on their journey towards employment. You’ll build strong, trusting relationships, create personal action plans, and help individuals develop the skills they need to succeed in the workplace.
You’ll be part of a supportive, fast-paced team environment where you will play a vital role in meeting programme targets and achieving positive outcomes for our community.
Please note: This role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who is:
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A natural motivator with a passion for helping others succeed
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Confident in working with people from diverse backgrounds
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Skilled in building relationships with individuals, community groups, and local employers
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Comfortable managing sensitive issues with empathy and professionalism
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A strong communicator with adaptable interpersonal skills
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Organised, proactive, and target-driven
Experience in employability, coaching, or community work is beneficial, but more important is your ability to connect with people and drive positive change.
For an informal discussion about this role please contact Sam Miller (Project Manager) on 07909 231895.
Why Join Us?
At Groundwork, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values your development and supports your career growth. You’ll be making a real difference in people’s lives — helping them take the next step toward a brighter future.
Want to apply?
All you need to do is complete the below application form and return it to: HR.NorthEast@groundwork.org.uk
Employment Advisor (Barrow) – Job Description
Employment Advisor (Barrow) – Person Specification
Closing date: Midnight on Wednesday 2nd July 2025
Make yourself at home
We want you to be yourself at Groundwork and we value everything that makes you unique. We recognise and celebrate your difference and together we make Groundwork a special and great place to work. As a Disability Confident employer we offer a guaranteed interview to applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria for the role.
At Groundwork we ensure that we provide a safe environment for adults, children and young people to take part in any activity or service that we organise. We are committed to creating a culture that promotes safeguarding and the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk. Our safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and comprehensive process of obtaining, collating, analysing and evaluating information from and about candidates to ensure that all the people we appoint are suitable to work with our children, young people and adults.
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This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship – the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.
We reserve the right to close this advert at any time.