ESF Flexible Routeways

Introduction to Routeways

As part of their welfare reform, the government are committed to helping unemployed people gain, retain and move into work. The Routeways Programme, which is funded by the European Social Fund (ESF) acts as part of these government plans and is delivered in Shropshire by County Training, in partnership with Jobcentre Plus.

Is it for me?
To be eligible for this programme, you need to be aged 18 or over and not working. Flexible Routeway provides individuals with the personalised one-to-one support, advice and guidance you might need to help overcome barriers to work and progress into sustainable employment.

What's expected of me?
In order for you to make the most of this opportunity, you will need to attend for an agreed number of hours for up to a maximum of 26 weeks.

What will you receive?
Routeways offers the opportunity to:-

• Improve your chances of getting a job
• Secure and keep employment
• Develop real skills needed in the workplace

What support can you benefit from?

• Support with pre-employment vocational training, retraining and work placements for up to date experience
• Confidence and motivation building
• Advice and guidance tailored to help you overcome your barriers
• Job search assistance including compiling a CV, completing application forms, planning for an interview and interview techniques
• Links to local employers
• Specific skills analysis
• Intelligent internet searching
• In-work support
• Benefits advice
• Referral to educational route ways

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