Sector Vacancies
Welcome to the IEP Sector Vacancies page – your central hub for the latest job opportunities across the employability and skills sector.
Whether you’re an experienced practitioner looking to take the next step in your career or new to the field and seeking your first role, this page is regularly updated with vacancies from trusted employers committed to making a difference. We work with partners across the UK and internationally to bring you roles that support people into work, education, and training. Explore the listings below and find your next opportunity to make an impact.
Senior Project Officer / Job Coach - Sheffield - Sheffield Council
If you'd like to discuss things further contact Peter Slack on 07785 972990 or peter.slack@sheffield.gov.uk
Salary: £38,220 to £41,771
Type: Fixed Term until 31/03/2029
Hours: 37 hours
Employment Coach - Boston - AKG
Employment Coach – Boston – AKG
As an Employment Coach, you will be supporting individuals to progress into their chosen career paths by providing advice, support and guidance by use of assessments and implementing tailored support plans, which would need to be smart, tailored to individual needs.
Salary: £31,000.00
Call to Action: https://akguk.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=2a5c0396-fd2d-4646-ae1a-7955772355f4
Closing date: 13 March 2026
Central London Forward - Trailblazer Manager
We are seeking a passionate person with project management experience to lead on the delivery of the Central London Forward Youth Guarantee Trailblazer. Funded by the Department for Work & Pensions and managed by GLA, the Trailblazer is going to be delivered by our 12 central London borough partners. This innovative programme will focus on young people with experience of the care system and NEETS who live in Central London. The programme aims to provide bespoke support which is tailored to these young people’s individual needs.
Salary: £55,000 per annum
Contractual Hours: Mon – Fri, 35 hours per week
Basis: Fixed Term contract – for 1 Year (funded post until 31 March 2027)
Workplace category: Hybrid
Further info + to apply – click here
The Busy Group - Employment Specialist (IPS)
The Busy Group – Employment Specialist (IPS)
Location – West of England – Region-wide, community based and hybrid with a main base.
The Supported Employment Specialist will deliver high-quality, person-centred employment support in line with one of the two fidelity models.
Full Job Description – TBG Case UK CiC West of England Employment Specialist Job Description.pdf
Salary – £31,000 p/a
Candidates can apply by sending CV with a Cover letter to partnerships@thebusygroup.org.uk .
Closing date 6th March 2026
The Busy Group - Delivery Manager
The Busy Group – Delivery Manager
Location – West of England Combined Authority – Region-wide, community based and hybrid with a main base.
The Delivery Manager will provide strategic, operational and programme leadership across the delivery of a supported employment service that supports residents facing a range of complex challenges to achieve their employment aspirations.
Full Job Description – TBG Case UK CiC Delivery Manager Job Description v1.pdf
Salary – £42,000 p/a
Candidates can apply by sending CV with a Cover letter to partnerships@thebusygroup.org.uk .
Closing date 6th March 2026
The Busy Group - Team Leader (IPS)
The Busy Group – Team Leader (IPS)
Location – City of Bristol wide, community based and hybrid with a main base.
The Team Leader will ensure delivery of a high-quality, person-centred and compliant employment support
service in line with IPS and supported employment fidelity models.
Full Job Description – TBG Case UK CiC Team Leader Job Description v1.pdf
Salary – £38,000 p/a
Candidates can apply by sending CV with a Cover letter to partnerships@thebusygroup.org.uk .
Closing date 6th March 2026
Employment Coach - Lincoln - AKG
Employment Coach – Lincoln – AKG
As an Employment Coach, you will be supporting individuals to progress into their chosen career paths by providing advice, support and guidance by use of assessments and implementing tailored support plans, which would need to be smart, tailored to individual needs.
Salary: £31,000.00
Call to Action: https://akguk.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=81bf6f00-d778-4a0e-9e1f-b599384d4e0c
Closing date: 27 February 2026
Inspira - Team Leader
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum
Hours: 37 per week
Contract: Permanent
Location: 2 roles available – 1 x Barrow in Furness covering Westmorland and Furness & 1 x Workington or Carlisle covering Cumberland
The Role
As a Team Leader, you will inspire, manage, and support a team of people to achieve contractual targets and deliver high-quality services that cover IPS, employability and careers guidance. You will play a key role in ensuring compliance with quality standards, supporting staff development, and driving performance improvements. You will also deputise for managers when required and contribute to the growth of the charity.
What You’ll Be Doing:
· Lead, motivate, and support staff to achieve targets and maintain professional standards.
· Oversee resource allocation and manage staff rotas for efficient service delivery.
· Provide supervision, line management, and ongoing coaching to team members.
· Identify and address staff training and development needs.
· Conduct appraisals and performance reviews.
· Ensure compliance with charity policies, procedures, and quality assurance systems, including safeguarding and health & safety.
· Drive performance and implement improvement plans where necessary.
· Ensure accurate and timely recording using CRM systems and contractual paperwork.
· Prepare for and participate in external audits and assessments.
· Build and maintain relationships with partner organisations and employers.
· Work with central support functions to ensure financial and operational compliance.
How to apply: Email – hr@inspira.org.uk
Employment Coach - Bedford - AKG
Employment Coach – Bedford – AKG
As an Employment Coach, you will be supporting individuals to progress into their chosen career paths by providing advice, support and guidance by use of assessments and implementing tailored support plans, which would need to be smart, tailored to individual needs.
Salary: £31,000.00
Call to Action: https://akguk.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=d7ddf100-769d-4e50-8ef1-2141a5ec811d
Closing date: 27 March 2026