Chamber backs 'inclusive employer' programme
A leading business organisation in Coventry and Warwickshire is backing a programme to support employers to be more inclusive.
The Fair Chance Employer Programme, launched by the Warwickshire Skills Hubs in November 2021, has been busy running a series of extensive support packages for businesses and those looking for work.
The programme is proving to be popular as it deploys its team of Inclusive specialists to shape support packages for all employers wanting to sign up as a Fair Chance Employer.
The Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce is lending its support to the programme and is encouraging businesses to sign up.
Louise Bennett, chief executive of the Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce, said: “This is one of those great programmes that really is a win-win.
“Businesses across the region are telling us there is a recruitment crisis and that they need people to be able to grow.
“And there are people across our region who are keen to find employment but may, for a whole myriad of reasons, need some additional support to get into the workplace.
“Being a Fair Chance Employer is a great way of helping people into work and we are backing this wonderful initiative from the Warwickshire Skills Hub and would encourage companies across the patch to find out more about the programme.”
The programme offers employers:
* A dedicated Skills Advisor to carve barrier breaking and inclusive roles
* Advice on Salary Support and Incentive Schemes
* Unique Jobs Board
* Funded Recruitment films
The programme offers those looking for work:
* Employability support
* Job and Interview coaching
* WCC Training Support Package
* Travel Support
If you would like to explore how the Fair Chance Employment Programme can help your business, then please contact the team on skillshub@warwickshire.gov.uk