Employability and Progression Manager

Our Employability and Progression Manager is a key operational role within the Adult Learning, Skills and Employment service. The post holder will lead the day-to-day management and delivery of High Trees employment support programmes, ensuring high-quality, person-centred provision for residents facing complex barriers to employment. Working closely with the Head of Adult Learning, Skills and Employment, the post holder will take operational responsibility for our funded employment programmes, including targeted provision for younger jobseekers () and older residents (50+), as well as progression support embedded within our adult learning offer. This is a hands-on management role requiring both strategic oversight and direct involvement in service delivery. The post holder will lead, support and develop a team of employment advisors and progression workers, ensuring consistent, high-quality support for residents and strong performance against funded contract targets. A strong focus of the role is on building effective employer relationships and progression pathways, working collaboratively with community partners, referral agencies and training providers to ensure residents receive a joined-up and holistic service. Employee benefits • 35 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays and 3 Christmas days) rising by 1 day each year after 2 years service (capped at an additional 8 days) • Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave after 2 years service • Save money off a ..... full job details .....