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Long-Term Unemployed

Justina Nothard
May 27
2 min read

Expanding Homewood Training's Specialist Programs: Understanding Barriers and Solutions

Homewood Training's commitment to delivering real employment outcomes requires a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by each of our priority groups. We work with SMEs to ensure that we meet people where they are to ensure successful and lasting outcomes. Only by understanding the barriers for each specialist group can we create and implement effective solutions for them within the UK employment landscape.

Understanding barriers and support strategies

The long-term unemployed face compounding challenges that require holistic support approaches.

Skills erosion and confidence rebuilding

Recognise how extended unemployment affects both technical skills and self-confidence.
Implement progressive training that builds confidence through incremental achievements.
Provide current, employer-validated skills development in Homewood's specialist sectors.

Addressing employer bias

Acknowledge and counter employer biases against employment gaps.
Develop work trials and supported probation periods with employer partners.
Create alternative demonstrations of capability through project-based assessments.

Digital inclusion focus

Recognise that digital skills gaps may hinder modern job searches.
Provide digital literacy training specific to industry requirements.
Ensure training incorporates current workplace technologies used in target sectors.

Health and well-being integration

Acknowledge the correlation between long-term unemployment and health conditions.
Implement flexible training approaches accommodating health-related needs.
Partner with health services to provide complementary support.

Financial transition support

Recognise the benefits system complications when transitioning to work.
Provide better-off calculations and benefits guidance during employment transitions.
Partner with financial inclusion services for debt management and budgeting support.

Homewood Training can truly deliver on its commitment to transform employment training into real, sustainable employment outcomes. The specialised approach for each group ensures that Homewood Training's commitment to delivering people who are "ready to work" is achieved through addressing the unique challenges each participant faces, rather than applying a one-size-fits-all solution.