Employment Support Manager – AR

Job Details

About the Role Employment Support Manager

Southern Housing is seeking an experienced Employment Support Manager to provide short-term cover within the People & Culture function.

This role plays a key part in supporting residents into employment, education, and training opportunities, while ensuring effective delivery of employment support services during a period of sickness cover.

Who We Are Looking For Employment Support Manager

We are looking for a motivated and experienced employment support professional with strong leadership skills and a background in employability services, housing support, or workforce development.

You will be confident managing teams, delivering outcomes-focused services, and working with a wide range of stakeholders to support positive employment outcomes.

Key Responsibilities Employment Support Manager

• Lead and manage employment support services during temporary cover period
• Support residents into employment, training, and education opportunities
• Oversee day-to-day delivery of employment support programmes
• Manage performance and ensure service targets are met
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners
• Monitor and report on service outcomes and impact
• Provide guidance and support to staff delivering frontline services
• Ensure services align with organisational policies and objectives
• Contribute to continuous improvement within People & Culture services

Person Specification Employment Support Manager

Essential (Must Have) Employment Support Manager

• Experience in employment support, employability services, or similar role
• Strong leadership and team management experience
• Experience working with vulnerable individuals or communities
• Ability to deliver performance targets and service outcomes
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Good IT skills (Microsoft Office and reporting tools)