Community Support Engagement Officer - Health

You will be responsible for seeking, developing and delivering approaches that provide hard to reach candidates real opportunities to access employment and career change opportunities within the Health and Social Care sectors.

You will hold a Level 3 qualification (or experiential equivalent) in a relevant discipline. You will have significant experience in working with adults, providing support and mentorship to enable them to achieve their goals along with a wide knowledge of partner organisations that support candidates.

Colchester Institute is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We strive to be an Equal Opportunities employer. All applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a Criminal Records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Colchester Institute will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Our Benefits include:

• Generous holiday (28 days per year (pro-rata), plus efficiency closure over Christmas and New Year and all Bank Holidays)
• Excellent opportunities for professional development
• Local Government Pension Scheme (22.6% employer contribution)
• Extensive Employee Benefits Scheme including discounts at high street and online retailers