Lincolnshire & Rutland Public Sector Compact Presentation by David Nelson 12 September 2008

Agenda Apricot Employability – The Challenge Workplaces Public Sector Compact

Apricot Training Management Founded 2002 Not for Profit – Social Enterprise Skills, Employability, Enterprise East Midlands Brokerage, Consultancy, Delivery Partnership and Collaboration Regional and local strategies and solutions

Employability – The Challenge Complex, multifaceted, deep-seated Addressing generational disadvantage No quick fix

Tackling Market Failure Employer – Work First approach ‘ Employability without a job is still unemployment’ Responding to client needs One size does not fit all Brokerage – Effective Matching Part of the regional architecture

Multiple Disadvantage Low self-confidence Low aspiration Unsure of opportunities Don’t know where to go No job search skills No current CV Lack of Basic Skills Low Vocational Skills Caring responsibilities Distrustful of authority Benefit dependent Disability Lack of Transport Limited English Migrant workers Offending record Drug/alcohol abuse etc. No Work Experience

Multiple Interventions Confidence building Mentoring Information Advice and Guidance Job Search support CV development Skills for Life Skills for Jobs Skills Coaching Support allowances Trusted intermediaries ESOL Help with health issues Personal Advisers Caseload approaches Work Trials New Deal, Pathways, LEPs, Job Pledge etc.

Employability alone is not enough Better motivated More ambitious Clearer about jobs Well presented CVs More literate/numerate Improved Vocational Skills More confident and assertive Personal and Domestic issues addressed Understanding the culture Recent Work Experience Realistic about prospects ‘Improved employability without a job is still unemployment’

Apricot Workplaces Not just another work experience programme Employer/Work First approach Collaborative working – integrated provision A whole systems approach At the right time Pilot and evaluate Building on good practice

Principle Objectives To enable 610 people living in the region, who are excluded from, or are vulnerable participants in the labour market to achieve sustained employment. To enhance mainstream provision by delivering a work experience programme integrated with current mainstream services.

Key Elements Employer focus – real jobs Diagnostic and assessment – ‘Journey to Work’ Brokerage not referral – customers not clients Standards Effective brokerage/matching and support

Outputs and Outcomes Diagnostic tool developed 400 skills diagnostics 400 Information, advice and guidance sessions Support materials for employers & individuals 50 enrolments onto accredited provision 50 qualifications achieved 200 people employed within 6 months 100 Organisational Needs Analyses 100 employers assisted through work placements A matching service established in the region Evaluation Report and dissemination

How you can help Sector Knowledge and Introductions Access to opportunities Vacancies Work Experience Support Materials Simplified Administration and Referrals Trial and case study development

Public Sector Compact - Benefits Improved recruitment and retention Economies of Scale Avoid wasteful competition Tailored programmes Sharing good practice Better Services to clients and customers Widening Participation Workplaces – a chance to act together

Thought for the Day