IPS Employment Specialist - Oxford
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Oxford Health NHS Trust IPS Employment Specialist - Oxford
The closing date is 28 September 2026
Job summary
Are you interested in supporting people experiencing mental health problems to achieve their employment goals?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a team who have been awarded a national Quality Kite Mark. We are seeking an Employment Specialist to join the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Team in Oxfordshire on a full time basis.
We welcome people from a range of backgrounds and a variety of experience. If you're resilient, empathic and determined to open doors, challenge prejudice, and champion the skills and talents of individuals, then a career in IPS could be for you.
The role of an Employment Specialist in Oxford Health is incredibly dynamic and diverse. One moment you'll be working closely with IPS clients to set goals, refining their CVs, or practising interview techniques, the next, you'll be out in the local community approaching potential employers and discussing roles and job flexibility.
We pride ourselves in being a supportive team within a great organisation If you are passionate, creative, solution focused, good at building hopeful relationships and growing trust, a career in IPS could be a varied and rewarding role for you.
Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.
Main duties of the job
You will be working to support people either to gain employment or retain their current employment as part of multi-disciplinary (MDT)team's in Banbury
The Employment Specialist's will join an IPS team working under the direction of an IPS team leader to deliver IPS as part of the holistic recovery plan for mental health service users in the community.
You will be required to manage a caseload of up to 20 people at any one time who have experienced mental health problems and who are waiting to either gain new employment or retain their current employment. The Employment Specialist is expected to deliver the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) approach - for which training will be given.
Working directly with all relevant stakeholders: the service user, Oxford Health staff, partner agencies ,employers and people who have experienced mental health challenges themselves - you will support the service users on your caseload to gain and retain paid employment.
Working directly with all relevant stakeholders: the service user, Oxford Health staff, partner agencies ,employers and people who have experienced mental health challenges themselves - you will support the service users on your caseload to gain and retain paid employment.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Details
Date posted
15 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
267-OA8266242
Job locations
The Elms Centre
81 Oxford Road
Banbury
OX16 9AL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role of an Employment Specialist in Oxford Health is incredibly dynamic and diverse. One moment youll be working closely with IPS clients to set goals, refining their CVs, or practising interview techniques, the next, youll be out in the local community approaching potential employers and discussing roles and job flexibility.
We pride ourselves in being a supportive team within a great organisation If you are passionate, creative, solution focused, good at building hopeful relationships and growing trust, a career in IPS could be a varied and rewarding role for you.
You will work with the IPS team leaders and other IPS Employment specialists to assist in the development of the wider service across the county.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role of an Employment Specialist in Oxford Health is incredibly dynamic and diverse. One moment youll be working closely with IPS clients to set goals, refining their CVs, or practising interview techniques, the next, youll be out in the local community approaching potential employers and discussing roles and job flexibility.
We pride ourselves in being a supportive team within a great organisation If you are passionate, creative, solution focused, good at building hopeful relationships and growing trust, a career in IPS could be a varied and rewarding role for you.
You will work with the IPS team leaders and other IPS Employment specialists to assist in the development of the wider service across the county.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Degree level or equivalent (vocational experience/training/ or other qualifications
Desirable
- Trained in IPS Model
- Mental Health first Aid or similar
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold a Full Driving license and have access to a car
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in supported employment service and/or equivalent experience.
- Experience of working with people with mental health problems or a similar service user group
Desirable
- Experience of partnership working negotiation and liaison work with other agencies
Qualifications
Essential
- Able to use IT and tools such as MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of disability and special needs issues, policies, and legislation in relation to employment
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Degree level or equivalent (vocational experience/training/ or other qualifications
Desirable
- Trained in IPS Model
- Mental Health first Aid or similar
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold a Full Driving license and have access to a car
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in supported employment service and/or equivalent experience.
- Experience of working with people with mental health problems or a similar service user group
Desirable
- Experience of partnership working negotiation and liaison work with other agencies
Qualifications
Essential
- Able to use IT and tools such as MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of disability and special needs issues, policies, and legislation in relation to employment
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
Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address
The Elms Centre
81 Oxford Road
Banbury
OX16 9AL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address
The Elms Centre
81 Oxford Road
Banbury
OX16 9AL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Operational Service Manager
Shelley Monaghan
07500785061
Details
Date posted
15 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
267-OA8266242
Job locations
The Elms Centre
81 Oxford Road
Banbury
OX16 9AL
United Kingdom
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