Employer Engagement Lead | Connect to Work | Full Time | Preston
Employer Engagement Lead | Connect to Work | Full Time | Preston
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Job Description
Salary 35235 - 39513 Per Annum Permanent Full time 37 hours per week Preston
The Lancashire Skills and Employment Hub is looking for passionate individuals to help shape a more inclusive skilled workforce across Lancashire. We use data-driven insights to support economic growth and opportunity for all.
Were committed to delivering the Connect to Work programmean exciting DWP initiative helping people with disabilities health conditions or complex barriers find and stay in meaningful employment.
Join us as an Employer Engagement Lead to help build a better Lancashire.
As the Employer Engagement Lead you will:
- Promote the Connect to Work programme to employers across Lancashire fostering inclusive employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and others facing barriers to work.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local regional and national employers promoting inclusive hiring practices and supported employment models.
- Collaborate with Employment Specialists Local Authorities and Service Providers to identify suitable roles and support recruitment efforts.
- Deliver training and awareness sessions on disability confidence and inclusive recruitment.
What we are looking for:
- Proven experience in employer engagement business development or recruitment.
- Strong understanding of inclusive hiring and supported employment models.
- Excellent communication networking and relationship-building skills.
- A proactive organised approach with a passion for making a difference.
Closing Date:26/06/2025 Interviews:7th July 2025 (in person at County Hall Preston)
Application review is ongoing so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this exciting opportunity.
Why join us
By joining Lancashire County Council youll have the opportunity to shape the career path that is right for you with access to personal and professional qualifications coaching and mentoring. Lancashire County Council is truly the place where you can have the career youve always wanted.
In return for your passion and expertise we offer a generous benefits package including:
- A competitive salary and Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
- A great holiday entitlement of 26 days annual leave which increases with length of service. You will also be entitled to 8 Bank Holidays 2 additional statutory Bank Holidays and the option to buy additional leave each year.
- Lancashire County Council believe in investing in our employees future. We provide a range of training and development opportunities such as CIPS qualifications designed to help you reach your full potential in procurement and contracts management.
Please ensure you have uploaded and attached your supporting statement to evidence how you meet the criteria for the role. The panel may be unable to shortlist you for interview without this evidence.
You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and must be insured for business use. However we may consider you if you cannot drive because of a disability.
Job Description and Person Specification
Employment Type
Full-Time
