We deliver the Thrive into Work service on behalf of the West Midland Combined Authority. We offer one-to-one support to anyone who experiences barriers to finding work because of their physical or mental health. This service is known as Individual Placement and Support (IPS).
The Role
We are currently recruiting for an IPS Administrator- Thrive into Work to join our team, working alongside the Regional Manager to support the delivery of Thrive into Work in Coventry, Sandwell, Wolverhampton and West Birmingham. This is a home based role, however some travel in the area may be required and team meetings will be held in person in a central location, e.g. Birmingham City Centre. You will be responsible for administrative and data related activities, acting as the main point of contact for enquiries and handling referrals to the programme. You will collect, collate and share management information for internal and external stakeholders.
You will have:
- Excellent organisational, communication and presentation skills
- A high level of written communication and numeracy skills
- Excellent administration skills including the ability to analyse and produce accurate statistical reports using Management Information systems
About our Thrive into Work service
We help to empower people living with health conditions to find suitable and satisfying work. Research suggests that being in regular work has positive effects on your health. If you have a health condition, being in work can help you to improve support networks and find ways to manage your health and wellbeing.
Participants accessing our services receive tailored one to one support to meet their needs and employment goals, and receive support with finding the right job, and support once in work.
Location
Home based role based in the West Midlands supporting the team based in Coventry, Sandwell, Wolverhampton and West Birmingham.
Closing Date
We will be shortlisting candidates as they apply therefore if you are interested in this opportunity please submit your application asap.
Employee Benefits
At Shaw Trust you will be joining a supportive, values driven team, who are passionate about helping people. Download the Job Description for full details and Person Specification. In addition to a competitive salary and being part of an organisation which makes a positive difference to people’s lives, as an employee of Shaw Trust you will receive:
Paid leave
- 25 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays, and the option to purchase additional holiday
- 3.5 days paid leave at Christmas
- 2 days paid volunteering leave each year
Opportunities to connect
- Join an employee network: LGBTQ+ Support Network, Racial Equality Network, Disabled Employee Network
Opportunities to progress your career
- Access to an online learning platform
- Access to internal apprenticeships
- Cross organisational career paths
Health and wellbeing
- Healthcare cash plan, giving you money back for health care costs including dentistry and eye care, and access to wellbeing apps
- Health and wellbeing programmes including counselling via our employee assistance programme
- Discounted gym membership
Financial wellbeing
- An enhanced pension scheme after 6 months
- Life Assurance at 3 times your annual salary rate
- Online shopping discounts including supermarkets and DIY stores
Our Strategy
To find out more about Shaw Trusts aims in our 2030 Strategic Directive available here: https://www.shawtrust.org.uk/content/uploads/2020/09/Vision-2030-Strategic-Directive-5-9.pdf
Join a diverse and inclusive organisation
In addition;
- We are proud to be certified as an employer who meets the National Equality Standard, the accepted standard for inclusiveness in business across the UK.
- We are Disability Confident Leaders, support the guaranteed interview scheme and use of the government’s Access to Work scheme.
- Living our values, we are keen to reflect the diversity of UK society at every level within our organisation.
We welcome applications from all sections of the community including from people with lived experience and/or knowledge of disability or social exclusion.
If you have accessibility requirements and/or would like further information about the role, please contact: Resourcing@shaw-trust.org.uk
Shaw Trust reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.