We Are With You

IPS Employment Specialist - West Cornwall (Ref:0061ZB)

The closing date is 25 February 2026

Job summary

We are looking for an IPS Employment Specialist to join WithYou in West Cornwall.

Do you believe you have the skills to support people back into employment? Do you take pride in what you do, and can you think creatively about how different organisations can work together to deliver a better service? Are you happy to talk with employers and help match people into meaningful work? If so we'd love to hear from you.

Please refer to the linked job description to support your application.

The closing date for this position is 25th February 2026; however please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised. All applicants need to submit a CV and a covering letter on why you should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted if no covering letter is included.

As an IPS Employment Specialist we offer a starting salary of £27,500, rising each year in line with our pay progression salary bands, rising to £32,000 per year. For further details please reach out to a member of the recruitment team via recruitment@wearewithyou.org.uk.

Please note we are also recruiting for an IPS Employment Specialist covering the Truro area, if you are interested in this please see the advert on our website.

Main duties of the job

We currently have a position in our Individual Placement and Support Employment Specialist team to support our clients to find meaningful employment. We are interested to hear from applicants who have experience in supporting people with disadvantages in finding work, or have worked within a recruitment or HR setting where you have a good understanding of placing individuals into work, or supporting within a work environment.

Day to day responsibilities may include supporting your clients with CV writing and interview techniques as well as speaking with potential employers on behalf of your clients. Our IPS team aims to increase the number of people moving into meaningful employment from our drug and alcohol support service. This is an exciting opportunity to help make a real difference to people's lives. No two days are the same and we treat every person who comes into our service as an individual, so being flexible, curious and a good listener are key.

You will be required to cover the West of Cornwall, based out of our Penzance office and meeting your clients out in the community therefore a full UK driving licence and access to a car is required. Please note we are also recruiting for an IPS Employment Specialist covering the Truro area, if you are interested in this please see the advert on our website.

About us

We are part of a large integrated drug and alcohol service working with some of Cornwall's most excluded and disadvantaged people. We provide support, respect, and a safe environment, tailoring our approach to each individuals needs to discover the best treatment and care options. WithYou is all about working with our clients to find the right path for them to get to where they want to be, and you will be joining an amazing team of people who go the extra mile to make that happen. We strive to empower individuals to reshape their lives, foster personal growth, and embrace life to its fullest.

WithYou provides free and confidential support, without judgement, to more than 100,000 people every year experiencing challenges with drugs, alcohol and mental health across England and Scotland.

Our name reflects who we are a positive place where people can progress, connect with others and get friendly, expert help in a way thats right for them.

Our staff team changes lives. If youre passionate about helping people get the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol and mental health, wed love to hear from you.

Date posted

30 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£27,500 to £27,500 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

oc-1769773486-ZB6M4

Job locations

penzance

Penzance

TR18 2JD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the linked job description and person specification for more information on the role and its responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the linked job description and person specification for more information on the role and its responsibilities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience of recruitment processes and employability skills development
Experience of supporting individuals with complex needs to gain and or maintain employment
Have a Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car
Have the ability to develop relationships with multiple stakeholders, including employers, partner agencies, clients and their family/carer
Have experience of multi-agency partnership working
Have sound knowledge of best practice in the provision of addictions and/or employability and employment services
Knowledge and understanding of issues faced by people in treatment/ recovery in the job market, and in employability and employment services
Be able to lead and motivate others, nurture and encourage clients
Have strong IT skills - ideally in Google Workspace
Be organised and have excellent time management skills
Have flexibility to work from different locations in order to deliver the services required and ability to work flexible and unsocial hours as required

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience of recruitment processes and employability skills development
Experience of supporting individuals with complex needs to gain and or maintain employment
Have a Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car
Have the ability to develop relationships with multiple stakeholders, including employers, partner agencies, clients and their family/carer
Have experience of multi-agency partnership working
Have sound knowledge of best practice in the provision of addictions and/or employability and employment services
Knowledge and understanding of issues faced by people in treatment/ recovery in the job market, and in employability and employment services
Be able to lead and motivate others, nurture and encourage clients
Have strong IT skills - ideally in Google Workspace
Be organised and have excellent time management skills
Have flexibility to work from different locations in order to deliver the services required and ability to work flexible and unsocial hours as required

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

We Are With You

Address

penzance

Penzance

TR18 2JD

Employer's website

https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

We Are With You

Address

penzance

Penzance

TR18 2JD

Employer's website

https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)