Strict requirements for people on benefits are pushing people into poor-quality jobs and away from support The majority of the public are in favour of prioritising positive support over strict
After 34 years of successful trading, Standguide Limited, along with parent company Standguide Group Limited, has now become a 100% employee-owned organisation. Established in 1990, Standguide has successfully delivered employment,
Researchers at De Montfort University have found that many third-sector providers of employment and skills support feel that they are ‘shouting into the void’ when it comes to the impact
Academics at De Montfort University have exposed the devastating impact of funding gaps on third-sector organisations (TSOs) helping those furthest from the labour market into work, education or training. Professor
Not-for-profit employability support provider Fedcap has appointed a new Health and Wellbeing Director, as it seeks to further expand into health-related services. Paul Wickson will support the business bridge the
We are delighted to announce the launch of ‘Employment Support for the Future Labour Market’, ERSA’s highly anticipated manifesto for 2024 and beyond. In the face of unprecedented challenges shaping
It’s no secret that the perimenopause and menopause bring about hormonal and physical changes, and while the aging process is a privilege, it naturally has its challenges. These transitions are
I’m Nikki-Dee Haddleton, the Strategic Lead for the Black Country Futures Partnership. Black Country Futures are a diverse Partnership of well established, community focused organisations based in the Black Country.
UK Shared Prosperity Fund Investment Plans were approved by central government in December 2022, but the future remains uncertain for employment support organisations that utilised the European Social Fund with
Professor Amanda Kirby MBBS MRCGP PhD, CEO of Do-IT Solutions Ltd writes an ERSA blog on Building Neuro inclusive Workplaces 1 in 5 of most workforces are likely to be
The UK is in the midst of a cost of living crisis. According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), 93% of UK adults have reported an increase in the
By Henry Foulkes on Campaign for Learning People furthest from the labour market often have a myriad of issues that need to be worked on all at the same time. The
Faheema moved to the UK from India in October 2021 and came to GRoW to help her understand how to get a job after a gap of 10 years to
A North West training provider has strengthened its Morecambe centre with the appointment of a new business manager. Karron Remountos will now manage the team at the centre on Queen
Eight previously unemployed Ingeus participants have found new careers with Virgin Media following a successful recruitment drive. The media giant had numerous vacancies for customer service representatives and approached Manchester
A GREAT WORKING RELATIONSHIP WITH DEMON CLEANING SERVICES “We first met the Jobs 22 Grantham team when we were invited to attend a Job Fair at the Job Centre in
Richard was referred to the Restart Scheme by his Work Coach at Newquay Jobcentre. During his initial meeting with his Employment Advisor at Reed in Partnership, it was clear that
Sean was referred to the Restart Scheme by his Job Centre Plus coach, after asking if there were any schemes that could help him return to employment. Sean has had
