If you are an Oxfordshire-based business, there are number of reasons why you should consider partnering with Connect to Work.
They include:
- Giving your business access to a pipeline of ‘untapped’ talent, ready to make a positive mark on your organisation.
- Contributing to a significant programme that has purpose and sustainability at its core.
- Playing a major role in supporting those outside of the labour market – and facing greater disadvantages – to get into work and to stay in employment.
Connect to Work brings together employers and motivated job seekers who receive guidance from our team, contributing various skills and experiences.
The programme provides customised, hands-on support to help businesses not only recruit but also retain and nurture talent, making inclusive employment straightforward and effective while fulfilling actual business requirements.
What does Connect to Work mean for employers?
Job matching:
A dedicated employment specialist will work with an employer to match participants with suitable open market jobs, which are paid at, at least, minimum wage.
Partnership building:
The employment specialist will continue to support the participant and employer to navigate their working relationship. This allows strong partnerships to be built which will empower individuals and employers at every stage.
Access to free expertise and support:
We can support employers by offering guidance on adapting a workplace, communication strategies and understanding the needs of individuals with disabilities or other needs.
Benefits to businesses:
- Dedicated Oxfordshire-based employment specialist
- Better job matching based on workforce needs
- Faster, lower risk recruitment with access to talent
- Ongoing in-work support
- Free advice and funding for workplace adjustments
- Increased social value by support local employment
A placement could lead to:
- Potential increased productivity
- Increased diversity
- Reduction in staff turnover
- Improved work environment
- Stronger reputation as an inclusive employer
Complete the following form to register your business’ interest in supporting the Connect to Work programme.
Tell Connect to Work about your business
Employer resources:
We are also committed to sharing with you a range of resources, supporting you to be an inclusive employer.
Find out more via the following:
- ‘Thrive to Work Oxfordshire’: A free support programme developed to assist Oxfordshire-based workplaces passionate about creating happy, healthy, and inclusive environments where organisations and employees can thrive.