News
Thursday, October 19, 2023
GC Employment Update: October 2023
It has been another busy few months for the Growth Company’s employment services team, from new contract announcements and programme launches to packed events and awards nominations. Find out what we have been up to.
Monday, October 16, 2023
United for Ukraine shortlisted for a Sheffield Community Award
The Growth Company (GC) has been shortlisted for the Sheffield Community Awards. The United for Ukraine has been nominated for the Employment and Skills Award. The awards ceremony will take place at Cutlers Hall, Sheffield, on 2nd November.
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Growth Company shortlisted for two ERSA Employability Awards
The Growth Company has been shortlisted for two ERSA Employability Awards. Now in their eleventh year, the awards recognise exceptional best practice, dedication, and creativity in the employment support sector.
Monday, October 9, 2023
GC Situation Report: September 2023 Employment Insights
The Growth Company (GC) Situation Report, September 2023, includes detailed information on the economy, as well as the results of the GC Survey and Business Confidence Index.
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Migrant Talent Event Brings Together North West Businesses
Last month, the Growth Company (GC) hosted the ‘Empowering Your Business with Migrant Talent’ event in Manchester along with the North West RSMP. The event brought together North West businesses to discuss the benefits and practicalities of employing refugee and forced migrant communities.
Thursday, September 21, 2023
Growth Company to Deliver ‘Working Well: Individual Placement and Support in Primary Care’ Initiative Across Greater Manchester
GC will deliver the WW IPSPC initiative across Greater Manchester. The initiative aims to help people with physical or mental health disabilities into sustained employment – or provide them with support to stay in or return to their current job.
Thursday, September 14, 2023
ONS Labour Market Data – September’s Quarterly Overview
The most recent ONS latest quarterly overview of the UK labour market showed rising unemployment. The report included estimates of employment, unemployment, economic inactivity, wage growth, and other employment-related statistics. We examine what they mean for employees and employers.
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Growth Company Launches ‘Jobs for Hongkongers’ in the North West
Delivered by the Growth Company, Jobs for Hongkongers aims to provide employment support to Hong Kong BN(O) nationals in the North West of England through a dedicated website and advice service.
Friday, September 8, 2023
Growth Company Launches Refugee Employability Programme across Yorkshire and Humber
To mark the official launch of the Refugee Employability Programme (REP) across Yorkshire and the Humber, we hosted events for local stakeholders and referral organisations in Rotherham, Sheffield, and Leeds, and unveiled a dedicated new website.
Thursday, September 7, 2023
GC Situation Report: August 2023 Employment Insights
The Growth Company (GC) Situation Report, August 2023, includes detailed information on the economy, as well as the results of the GC Survey and Business Confidence Index. We examine the headline figures and trends relating to employment and skills.
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
How Supported Employment is helping Salford residents and employers fulfil their potential
Commissioned by Salford City Council and delivered by the Growth Company, the Salford Supported Employment Service aims to make it easier for people in the borough with learning disabilities or autism to find a job by connecting them with inclusive, supportive employers.