[Internal] Employment and Progression Mentor

In addition, the role will empower, motivate and support participants to move into and most importantly, sustain employment, as well as supporting participants to progress whilst in work.
The post holders will provide a flexible, high-quality service, and will be expected to work as part of an integrated team. Supporting participants through a person-centred approach to mentoring and coaching and tackling barriers to employment (often arising from poverty and long-term inactivity), providing interventions on an outreach basis, and supporting participants in the community.
Engaging with local businesses, community groups and organisations will be a vital element of the role, in order to support the Early Intervention & Prevention approach embedded across the Adults & Communities directorate within Torfaen Council. This role will also look to support the development of volunteer and work placements.
For an informal discussion regarding this vacancy please contact Anthony Brown, Employability Manager on anthony.brown3@torfaen.gov.uk.
Welsh Language Skills are desirable for this post but not essential.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all applicants which will include an Enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Torfaen County Borough Council strive to be a fair, supportive and effective employer. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The Council expects all employees, paid or unpaid, to share this commitment.
You are welcome to submit your application in English or in Welsh. Each application will be treated equally.