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SUPPORT FOR EMPLOYERS

The Recruitment and Skills centre provides a service which supports employers with their recruitment and development needs


This includes:

  • Vacancy advertising
  • Managing CV’s and application sifting
  • Access to job-ready clients
  • Coordinate the use of multi purpose rooms
  • In-work training

SUPPORT FOR JOBSEEKERS

As a Recruitment and Skills Centre, we understand the challenges that individuals face in looking for and securing work.


Although the office is currently closed, we can still support you electronically or over the telephone with matters relating to the following


We strive to support jobseekers in whatever way we can.


This includes:

  • CV Support
  • Guidance on the completion of application forms
  • Signposting you to current vacancies, across Fort Kinnaird and surrounding areas
  • Use of computers for job searching
  • Assist with interview preparation
  • Confidence building

Retail Rapid Response

FORT KINNAIRD RECRUITMENT & SKILLS UPDATE - RAPID RESPONSE TO RETAIL


Retail Rapid Response programme is designed to support jobseekers and employers as we progress towards a new normality following the impact of COVID-19. Run by the Fort Kinnaird Recruitment & Skills Centre and supported by British Land, we aim to support individuals and businesses to secure and sustain employment across Fort Kinnaird and the surrounding areas

With a focus on getting people into work, we can help with CV & Cover Letter writing, Interview Skills and Job Matching. We take a supportive approach to help people secure meaningful work, aiming to bridge any gaps in their knowledge or assist with applications. We will also look to introduce jobseekers to additional support specific to individual circumstance, such as budget and money advice, welfare rights, mental health, childcare support amongst others.

We work with employers to ensure they have a flexible and adaptable workforce where possible to enable more effective response to immediate change. In-work support with sustainable and transitional employment is a critical component of this support package.

We are currently taking a ‘Business as Best We Can’ approach and are available to offer support immediately to anyone requiring support. Our office number is currently disconnected but please feel free to contact the team by emailing enquiries@rscfortkinnaird.co.uk or via the contact the form on the website.


Further Resources


Coronavirus (COVID-19): Information and Employment Support Available

Please see below for links to key information and support available if your employment has been affected by coronavirus (COVID-19). This guide will be updated regularly, so if you have any useful contacts or information to share, please send to: enquiries@rscfortkinnaird.co.uk


Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Government & NHS Information

For latest updates from government and information on support available, visit www.gov.uk/coronavirus For latest updates from the National Health Service, visit www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/


Benefits information & Financial Help


You may find this short guide helpful: http://www.chaiedinburgh.org.uk/coronavirus-what-can-i-claim/


Financial Help From Your Local Authority


If you are claiming benefits or experiencing financial hardship, your council may be able to help.


Edinburgh

https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/coronavirus-4/council-tax-benefits-welfare-coronavirus-advice


East Lothian

https://www.eastlothian.gov.uk/homepage/10434/covid-19_welfare_advice_and_financial_support


Midlothian

https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/info/200296/coronavirus/625/council_tax_benefits_and_welfare


West Lothian

https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/council-tax-and-benefits


Fife

https://www.fife.gov.uk/kb/docs/articles/health-and-social-care2/coronavirus-covid-19/money-advice


Scottish Borders

https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/info/20000/benefits_and_grants


Universal Credit


For up to date information on coronavirus and claiming benefits from the JobcentrePlus including changes to appointments, changes to assessments, and claiming Universal Credit please visit: Universal Credit - Coronavirus


Advice Agencies & Food Banks


City of Edinburgh Council Advice Shop

0131 200 2360 (Advice Line)

advice.shop@edinburgh.gov.uk

www.edinburgh.gov.uk/adviceshop


CHAI (Community Help and Advice Initiative)

0131 442 1009 (Advice Service)

chai@chaiedinburgh.org.uk


Citizens Advice Edinburgh

0131 510 5510

Contact@caed.org.uk


Granton Information Centre

0131 551 2459 / 0131 552 0458

info@gic.org.uk


Food Banks

If you are struggling to buy food and need some help, please contact your local foodbank: www.trusselltrust.org/get-help/find-a-foodbank/


Support For Employees Impacted by COVID-19


ACAS

ACAS also has up to date information and advice for employees affected by the impacts of coronavirus (COVID-19).

Redundancy Support

The Scottish Government’s Partnership for Continuing Employment (PACE) is a well-established service to support individuals and employers dealing with redundancy redundancyscotland.co.uk


Support For Employers Impacted by COVID-19


The Scottish Government have established a helpline as a first point of contact for employers. The helpline number is 0300 303 0660 and is available Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 5:30pm. Advice and support for employers covering a broad range of topics affecting business continuity is available at findbusinesssupport.gov.scot

Business Gateway

www.bgateway.com/news/guidance-for-business-owners-in-scotland-on-coronavirus-covid-19


Support for Charities and Social Enterprises

https://scvo.org.uk/support/coronavirus


Lantra Skills Matching Service – Rural and Land-based Business

The Lantra Skills Matching Service will ensure key rural and land-based businesses — including farms and businesses with animal welfare obligations — are able to access key workers and can continue operating. For further information, please visit the newly launched website: https://www.scotland.lantra.co.uk/skills-matching-service


Additional Support Available


Employability Support

City of Edinburgh Council funds a network of organisations which can help you get the skills you need to get a job. You can find a searchable directory of support here: www.joinedupforjobs.org/directory and further information here: https://capitalcitypartnership.co.uk/


Volunteering

Advice about volunteering during the Covid-19 pandemic can be found here: www.volunteeredinburgh.org.uk/


Mental Health

This is a time in insecurity, and many will be feeling worried or stressed about the impact of Covid-19 on their mental health. There is guidance and support available here: www.samh.org.uk/about-mental-health/self-help-and-wellbeing/coronavirus-and-your-mental-wellbeing and you can get information about local and immediate support here: https://edspace.org.uk/

FACILITIES

As our premises are currently closed to the public, there is limited access to our facilities, however should you require access please contact us directly and we will coordinate to the best of our ability


The Recruitment and Skills Centre consists of:

  • 3 multi purpose rooms
  • IT suite
  • AV equipment and free wifi
  • Free parking
  • Access to a kitchen
  • Photocopying facilities

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