Barnet Mencap is a charity based in Finchley supporting people with learning disabilities and autistic people across Barnet. Through their Bright Futures Employment Programme, they support individuals into meaningful employment, training, and long-term independence.
They are looking for a motivated and outcome-focused Employment Officer to join their team.
You will:
- Manage a caseload of learners and support them into work
- Deliver 1:1 employability support and job club sessions
- Support CV writing, applications, and interview preparation
- Build relationships with employers and identify opportunities
- Support individuals in the workplace where needed
- Track outcomes and maintain accurate records
This is a results-driven role, focused on real job outcomes, not just engagement.
You will have:
- Experience working with people with learning disabilities and/or autistic people
- Understanding of barriers to employment
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Ability to motivate and support individuals
- Experience delivering structured support (desirable: employment programmes)
What Barnet Mencap offer:
- 30 days annual leave (pro rata, including Bank Holidays)
- TOIL system and flexible working approach
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunity to be part of a high-impact employment programme
How to apply
Please read the full job advert posted on https://www.barnetmencap.org.uk/jobs/ and submit a CV and covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria on the person specification to projectsupport@barnetmencap.org.uk.
Important details
Closing Date: Friday 15th May 2026
Hours available: 21 hours per week
Interview Date: Barnet Mencap will review applications as they come in and offer interviews to those who meet the criteria.
Further details
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service application in line with Section 115 of The Police Act 1997.
For further details on this role, please review the Job Description and Person Specification on the Barnet Mencap website https://www.barnetmencap.org.uk/jobs/
Please contact Barnet Mencap directly on 020 8349 3842 if you would like more information.
PLEASE NOTE: This vacancy is for a Mencap affiliated Network Partner and not for Royal Mencap Society. Network Partners sign up to a terms of membership and pay a membership fee to subscribe Royal Mencap Society’s Network and each local group is a separate and independent charity within their own right. As part of the group’s membership, they have the opportunity to advertise their vacancies on the Royal Mencap Society jobs website.
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JOB ID 35982