SCC Connect to Work – supporting individuals facing barriers to employment

About this opportunity

The hub is open Monday-Friday 10am-5pm. We’re based on the first floor of Southampton Central Library, SO14 7LW

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The Connect to Work program in Southampton City Council is part of a collaborative initiative with Portsmouth City Council and Isle of Wight Council to support individuals facing barriers to employment.

  • The program aims to provide tailored employment support, focusing on individuals with health conditions and complex employment challenges.
  • It utilizes two proven delivery models: Individual Placement and Support (IPS) and the Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF).
  • The initiative is backed by £11.5 million in funding, targeting around 3,600 individuals across the  Solent region.

The program is designed to help residents overcome employment barriers, improve their well-being, and access opportunities that reflect the local economy.

What support is provided?

You can get up to 12 months of personalised support to help you find and stay in work. If you’re already employed but at risk of losing your job, you can get up to 4 months of in-work support.

Our team can help with:

  • Targeted employment services
  • Skills development initiatives
  • Employer engagement activities
  • Financial guidance through Better Off Calculations
  • Job retention support
  • CV writing and job searching
  • Ongoing support once you’re in work

Who we support

Connect to Work (Economically Inactive)

People unemployed for 4 weeks or more

Young people aged 18-24

People aged 50 and over

People with learning disabilities and/or autism

People accessing community mental health teams

People accessing drug and alcohol services

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Regional councils unite to deliver tailored employment support through Connect to Work Programme

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