Senior Employment Specialist (Lead Worker)
Quick answer
Thames Reach is hiring a Senior Employment Specialist (Lead Worker) in Stockwell, London, offering IJ7,750 per annum on a fixed-term contract to lead employer engagement and mentor staff within the IPS model.
- Role
- Senior Employment Specialist (Lead Worker)
- Organization
- Thames Reach
- Location
- Stockwell, London
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- IJ7,750 per annum
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-06-28
The role
Thames Reach is seeking a Senior Employment Specialist (Lead Worker) to join their Lambeth Individual Placement Support team. The role involves managing a client caseload, mentoring junior specialists, and leading on employer engagement strategies while working within the IPS model. The position is a fixed-term contract focused on helping people with severe mental illness find and keep paid work.
What you'll do
- Manage a client caseload of individuals with severe mental illness
- Coach and mentor junior employment specialists
- Lead on employer engagement strategy and build relationships with local employers
- Monitor data, fidelity reports, and quality assurance audits
- Liaise with clinical partners and system stakeholders like DWP/Jobcentre staff
- Support senior management in reporting for funding requirements
What it takes
- Proven experience in IPS delivery and rapid job search
- Experience mentoring staff and delivering training
- Advanced skills in employer engagement and negotiation
- Knowledge of mental health (SMI) and NHS pathways
- Profise with data, fidelity reviews, and case note audits
- Strong IT and administrative skills
What you'll bring
How we treat you
29 days holiday plus 8 public holidays, 6.5% pension contribution, development opportunities, wellbeing support (24/7 EAP), life assurance, blue light discount card, interest-free season ticket and cycle to work loans.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The role is based in Stockwell, London.
What is the compensation for this position?
The salary is IJ7,750 per annum.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates must have experience in IPS delivery, mentoring staff, and advanced employer engagement. They also need knowledge of mental health systems and data reporting.
When should I apply by?
The application deadline is June 28, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Thames Reach's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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