Since its inception here in the North East on 5th October 2020, the Work and Health Programme: Job Entry Targeted Support (WHP JETS) scheme, led by Reed in Partnership, has already seen almost 2,000 skilled local people find jobs with businesses across the North East.
Designed to support those who have found themselves out of work due to Covid-19, Reed in Partnership’s recently launched recruitment and training service, which is fully funded by the Government, provides job-ready candidates across a variety of industries, including: Logistics, transport and distribution Professional, business and financial services Manufacturing Creative and digital Health and Social Care Construction and more The WHP JETS scheme sees highly skilled individuals equipped with the latest relevant industry-backed training, at no cost to the recruiting organisation. The expert team at Reed in Partnership recognise these individuals are highly skilled assets for local businesses and through the WHP JETS scheme, update their existing competencies with the latest relevant industrybacked training to ensure that they are ready to hit the ground running.
A stepped process ensures businesses and individuals alike are supported to achieve their potential. Through close consultation between the WHP JETS team and each business, objectives and growth needs are established; then the identification of suitable candidates from the large WHP JETS talent pool unites businesses and relevant skilled staff; plus screening, interviewing, induction and tailored training programmes are also provided at no cost to the recruiting organisation.
This government-backed scheme represents a huge cost saving for companies who could otherwise spend on average £4,500 on a recruitment agency – they can access the same service and support through WHP JETS, for free. Nicola Whelan, head of delivery support at Reed in Partnership, said: “Now in its fourth month of delivery, the rate at which our team has collaborated with local businesses and matched their needs to our growing pool of talented candidates is astonishing.
“Welcoming 14,903 referrals and 9,673 starts on programme and a phenomenal 1,897 job starts since 5th October, each skilled WHP JETS participant has worked closely with our expert employment advisers to develop a personal plan of action aligned to each recruiting company’s needs.” Nicola added: “Our team has a wealth of experience of working with employers of all sizes, across multiple sectors. We’re ready to support businesses with the provision of highly trained staff to underpin business needs, so urge organisations to contact us to explore the fully funded support available.”
This scheme signifies an opportunity to not only benefit from support fully funded by the Government, but to be proud of the fact that you are also supporting local communities. The skilled workforce you’re looking for is right here, and they’re ready for everything. WHP JETS is commissioned by the Department for Work and Pensions and part-funded by the European Social Fund.
