Senior Employment Specialist (Team Leader) - Medway and Gravesham Location: Medway Salary: From £32,500 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent About The Role Are you ready to lead a passionate team and make a real difference in people s lives? We re seeking a Senior Employment Specialist (Team Leader) to join our Connect to Work programme, supporting people with mental health conditions, disabilities, and long-term health challenges to find meaningful employment. This is a full-time role (35 hours per week), based in Medway and Gravesham. Due to the nature of the role, all applicants must hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle. In this pivotal role, you ll: Lead, coach, and supervise a team of IPS Employment Specialists, shaping best practice and driving performance. Oversee a small caseload ( clients) yourself, modelling high-quality support. Ensure the service consistently meets IPS fidelity standards and delivers person-centred outcomes. Build strong partnerships with local employers, NHS teams, colleges, and community organisations. Coordinate employer engagement, uncovering open and hidden job markets. Manage budgets, performance reporting, and compliance with organisational and contractual standards. Facilitate training, peer learning, and professional development for your team. We re looking for someone with: Recruitment, employability, or health-related experience, ideally with line management or supervisory responsibility. Knowledge of IPS or supp