Job Title: Employability Key Worker 
Location: Sheffield
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £29,200 per annum + Benefits

About Us
At GC Employment, we are dedicated to transforming lives by supporting individuals in their journey toward improved health, wellbeing, and meaningful employment. We believe in empowering people, building strong communities, and making a positive difference through compassionate, targeted support. Join us as a Wellbeing Key Worker and help make an impact on the lives of those under the supervision of the National Probation Service.

Job Purpose
As a Wellbeing Key Worker, you will deliver specialised guidance and training services to individuals transitioning back into the community. You will play a crucial role in supporting these individuals by creating personalised wellbeing plans, facilitating progress toward health and employability goals, and building strong connections with local support services. Your impact will not only affect their personal development but will also contribute to safer communities through effective rehabilitation.

Key Responsibilities

Provide tailored Wellbeing support that meets the unique needs of each service user.

Manage a caseload, guiding each individual toward positive personal outcomes and progress.

Conduct comprehensive assessments, including screenings for learning difficulties and disabilities.

Develop strong partnerships with local health and community services for seamless referrals.

Use a range of channels—digital platforms, workshops, and face-to-face sessions—to deliver support.

Produce high-quality action plans that empower individuals to achieve their personal and professional goals.

Plan, lead, and evaluate group workshops that enhance wellbeing and employability skills.

Ensure compliance with Wellbeing contract requirements, proactively participating in self-assessment and continuous improvement.

About You
You'll thrive in this role if you're a compassionate and dedicated individual, skilled in providing personalised support within a target-driven environment. You will be able to communicate effectively with service users, team members, and community partners, and feel confident delivering support through various channels.

Essential Skills and Experience

Strong interpersonal skills with a caring, sensitive approach to support.

Ability to meet targets and deliver one-on-one and group sessions effectively.

Digital proficiency to deliver services through online platforms.

Background in supporting personal wellbeing and progression, ideally within a Criminal Justice setting.

Recent experience managing a caseload and creating action plans to support service users in reaching their wellbeing and employment goals.

Desirable Qualifications

Substance Misuse Awareness Level 3, Counselling Skills for Health Professionals, or ACE Training.

Mental Health First Aid and Suicide Awareness/Prevention.

Knowledge of benefits systems and experience with behavioural change tools (e.g., ITEP/Node-Link mapping).

What We Offer

Competitive salary with benefits package.

Opportunities for professional development, including CPD and tailored training.

A supportive work environment that values innovation, integrity, and teamwork.

If you're ready to make a lasting impact on people's lives and support individuals on their path to personal and professional growth, apply today to join GC Employment as a Wellbeing Key Worker!

To Apply
Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and motivation for the role. We look forward to welcoming a new team member committed to making a positive difference in our community!

Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to complete an online Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

If this sounds like the perfect role for you then please submit your CV.

This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. Please be aware we receive a high volume of applications and regularly receive applications from candidates who exceed the job credentials. We will only contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. Should you apply for this role, we will process your data as detailed in our