Benefits of Linked Employment

Linked Employment has great benefits for everyone involved. Linked Employment offers employers…

• Highly-motivated employees who will take a pride in their work.
• People carefully matched to specific jobs.
• Jobs well done – with the professional support of the agency and our job coaches where necessary.
• An opportunity to help someone who will benefit from the stimulation of employment.
• An opportunity to show a true commitment to the Equal Opportunities legislation and the Disability Discrimination Act.
• Assistance for the employee in the new job, until able to work independently.
• Support throughout the whole process and a commitment to provide ongoing information, advice and guidance.
• Consultancy services for employers relating to positive policies and practices in relation to employment of disadvantaged people.

… and employees

• The stimulation of real and purposeful employment.
• Employment opportunities where the work is paid at national minimum age or above.
• Training offering specific skills that can assist with gaining employment. For example interview techniques and C.V. writing.
• Job opportunities from just one hour a week to full time.
• Opportunities to be recognised for their abilities rather than their disabilities.
• Increased self-confidence, leading to the possibility of more demanding tasks.
• The knowledge that they are a valued part of their community.
• Assistance for the employee in the new job, until able to work independently.
• Support throughout the whole process and a commitment to provide ongoing information, advice and guidance.