Progression and Outcomes Coordinator

at  Action for Children

LET’S TALK ABOUT YOU

• We’re looking for some relevant experience, for example recruitment or employer engagement, or possibly a sales or relationship management background.
• You’ll have a good understanding of the issues young people face in sourcing and sustaining employment.
• Experience of identifying work experience opportunities and supporting young people to participate.
• Driving licence and access to a car. The job requires the ability to travel according to the needs of the job, with reasonable adjustments, if required, according to the Equality Act.

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Application Process
Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
There are five sections to complete: Personal Details, CV, Supporting Statement & Information, Equality & Diversity, Submission & Declaration.
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Contact: Laura McCarthy at recruitmentservice@actionforchildren.org.uk quoting reference 10181

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Job Description
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We manage and deliver a range of programmes designed to help young people thrive in adult life – including support into the world of work. You’ll focus on developing co-beneficial relationships with a wide range of employers, local authorities, and other agencies.

Some key responsibilities of a Progression and Outcomes Coordinator include:

• Aiming to hit clear targets for creating job and work experience opportunities with existing and new partners predominately in the Construction Sector
• Developing and growing our database of employers through expanding our networks and reach, via telephone, email distribution lists, social media, face to face contact with employers, delivering presentation and marketing.
• Liaising directly with employers, representing Action for Children at a range of employer forums and stakeholder events. Your talents as a networker can make a real difference to the life chances of young people with much to offer the world.
• Monitoring and reviewing young people’s progress while on placements – so you can directly see the positive impact your work is having.
• Delivering employer expectations and interview skills sessions to groups of young people participating in the Youthbuild programmes
• Working closely with colleagues to monitor the progress of trainees out on placement/employment
• Organising and implementing workload, including up to date records of activity, obtaining employers liability insurance details and Health & Safety checklists.