Heeley City Farm is looking an Employment Engagement Officer!
£13.25p/h | £25,837.50 pro rata
15 hours per week
Fixed-term 12-month contract
A dynamic opportunity to become the external face of our employability services; building vital partnerships with local employers, leading creative community outreach, and providing the essential guidance that helps economically inactive participants find their pathway to work.
Heeley City Farm is a community charity based in the heart of Sheffield, working within a mini working farm to provide support, education, and training to a range of people from all backgrounds and abilities. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture and welcome applications from all minority groups.
We currently hold the contract to deliver Pathways to Work, a programme focused on employability support for people who are economically inactive. As this contract expands, we are seeking a confident and creative Engagement Officer to lead our networking efforts. You will be responsible for developing relationships with employers and partner organisations, ensuring our service is well-known and accessible across the city.
Working alongside our Mentors, you will promote our programmes through online campaigns and in-person events like job fairs. You will also meet directly with participants to offer tailored advice, ensuring we meet our delivery targets while maintaining a welcoming, inclusive environment.
We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills and a solid understanding of the employability sector. You should be a team player who is equally comfortable working independently, managing social media, and engaging with the DWP and Job Centres. A Level 4 qualification in Employability or relevant professional experience is highly desirable.
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We take our safeguarding responsibility seriously and candidates will be expected to supply relevant references and be willing to take a DBS check.
How to Apply
Please download the forms below and return both completed documents to jobs@heeleyfarm.org.uk.
Alternatively, you can email jobs@heeleyfarm.org.uk to request above forms.
Enquiries to:
Sarah - 01142505105 / s.wild@heeleyfarm.org.uk
Closing date for applications is 5 PM, 27th April 2026
Please note: We may close this vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.
Alternatively, candidates may download, print, and send completed forms to Heeley City Farm, Richards Road, Sheffield, S2 3DT.
All applications are treated equally regardless of submission method. Choosing the offline method will have no impact on the outcome of your application.