• Job Description

  Req#: C9152-25-0506?language=en&page=756&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  Do you want to work in an exciting, innovative team working for Dorset Healthcare in the heart of Central Southampton?

  Southampton Steps to Wellbeing is an established Talking Therapies service. The service provides therapy for people suffering from mild to moderate anxiety disorders and/or depression. Our Employment Advisors work alongside the clinical teams to deliver dedicated employment support for people looking to return to work, retain their current employment or find work.

  Applications from candidates that require sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

  Main duties of the job

  We are looking for an Employment Advisor

  This is a cutting edge opportunity to create a culture of prevention and early intervention, to make sure that people get timely access to mental health support as well as suitable employment support so that they are supported to avoid long-term unemployment. The post holder will be working towards supporting those with mental health problems helping them to remain in, return to and gain employment.

  As many of our patients are employed, the post holder will be required to work one evening per week 12pm to 8pm.

  The training and service experience available will equip the post holder with the necessary knowledge, attitude and capabilities to operate effectively in an inclusive, value driven service.

  About us

  At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

  We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

  Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

  Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

  Details

  Date posted

  25 June 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 4

  Salary

  £26,530 to £29,114 a year p.a.

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time

  Reference number

  152-M084.25

  Job locations

  Steps 2 Wellbeing

  3rd Floor Grenville House, Nelson Gate

  Southampton

  SO15 1GX

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

  As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

  As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

  Person Specification

  Experience

  Essential

  • Experience of providing vocational/employment support.

  Desirable

  • Experience of supporting people with MH conditions into vocational/employment activities.

  Skills

  Essential

  • Ability to prioritise and plan own caseload.

  Desirable

  • Awareness of the needs of people with Mental Health conditions. The issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on Mental Health.

  Skills

  Essential

  • Knowledge of employment and disability related benefits.

  Desirable

  • Knowledge of employment law and the Equality Act 2010.

  Skills

  Essential

  • Ability to assess individual strengths in relation to employment.

  Desirable

  • Ability to work as part of a multi - disciplinary team

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • NVQ level 3 minimum or equivalent. and Evidence of further study in vocational training, careers advice, job retention and presenteeism or equivalent experience gained through work in the field.

  Desirable

  • Evidence of a good customer service background.

  Experience

  Essential

  • Competency with IT skills

  Desirable

  • Understanding of the employment needs barriers and difficulties faced by people with MH conditions.

  Person Specification

  Experience

  Essential

  • Experience of providing vocational/employment support.

  Desirable

  • Experience of supporting people with MH conditions into vocational/employment activities.

  Skills

  Essential

  • Ability to prioritise and plan own caseload.

  Desirable

  • Awareness of the needs of people with Mental Health conditions. The issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on Mental Health.

  Skills

  Essential

  • Knowledge of employment and disability related benefits.

  Desirable

  • Knowledge of employment law and the Equality Act 2010.

  Skills

  Essential

  • Ability to assess individual strengths in relation to employment.

  Desirable

  • Ability to work as part of a multi - disciplinary team

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • NVQ level 3 minimum or equivalent. and Evidence of further study in vocational training, careers advice, job retention and presenteeism or equivalent experience gained through work in the field.

  Desirable

  • Evidence of a good customer service background.

  Experience

  Essential

  • Competency with IT skills

  Desirable

  • Understanding of the employment needs barriers and difficulties faced by people with MH conditions.

  Disclosure and Barring Service Check

  This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Steps 2 Wellbeing

  3rd Floor Grenville House, Nelson Gate

  Southampton

  SO15 1GX

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Steps 2 Wellbeing

  3rd Floor Grenville House, Nelson Gate

  Southampton

  SO15 1GX

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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