Job title: Employment Specialist, Connect to Work

Role summary: The Employment Specialist will play a vital role in the success of the programme for those across Oxfordshire. They will manage a caseload of up to 25 service users, delivering person centred support to create and follow an individualised workplan, engaging with employers directly to support people into good and sustainable work. They will be enthusiastic and passionate about helping people to find that role that works for them.

Connect to Work is a UK government-funded initiative aimed at supporting individuals with disabilities, health conditions, or other complex challenges in finding and maintaining employment. The program offers tailored assistance, including one-to-one coaching, employer engagement and help with CV writing. Participants can receive up to 12 months of guidance if they are seeking employment, or up to 4 months if they are currently employed but at risk of losing their job. Support is delivered through local partnerships, and individuals can either self-refer or be referred by professionals and community partners.

Job location: The role will be based either in Banbury or Oxford with travel expected across the local area throughout the week – please note this is a community-based project.

Pay Rate: 29,976 – £31,000 per annum

Is pay pro rata: No

Applications close on: 28th February 2026

Hours: Full time

Contract is: Permanent

Job description: View here

To apply, please contact Carmen.reavy@thepalladiumgroup.com or on the website here.