Three workshops will take place later this month for employers, to encourage flexible working, create inclusive workplaces and to develop their workforce.
The one-hour long workshops, supported by the Shetland Local Employability Partnership, aim to help businesses and organisations thrive through improve the recruitment and retention of staff.
- Nikki Slowey, co-founder and director of social business Flexibility Works will lead a workshop promoting flexible working and demonstrating its benefits for both employers and employees.
- Jonathan Aitken, from the Scottish Union of Supported Employment, will lead a session looking at how disabled staff can contribute to a skilled and diverse workforce, and how employers can recruit and support disabled people.
- Finally, a workshop in workforce development will offer attendees an opportunity to learn skills and knowledge to promote staff from within their organisation, giving employees a chance to excel in today’s dynamic and changing business environment.
The three workshops will take place in the Auditorium at Shetland Museum and Archives on Wednesday 19th February 2025, from 9am until 12noon.
The workshops are hosted by The Improvement Service and COSLA.
For more information, or to book on any or all of the workshops, please contact the Council’s Youth and Employability Service on employability@shetland.gov.uk or call 01595 744490.
Mark Smith, Employability Pathway Officer, said: “We’re pleased to announce these three workshops which offer local employers a chance to improve the way they approach hiring and retaining talented staff. We’re keen to reach as many businesses and organisations so that a good cross-section of local employers are represented. Please get in touch if you’d like to book on these workshops, or discuss any support for local employment issues.”
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The Shetland Local Employability Partnership aims to empower all individuals in Shetland to achieve sustainable employment and contribute to the local economy. The local partnership is part of the national programme to improve access to employability support. More details at www.employabilityinscotland.com/