Employment Services at The New Leaf Initiative
Could you be excluding motivated work-ready talent whilst struggling to recruit reliable, work-ready employees?
WE HAVE THE ANSWER!
At the New Leaf Initiative CIC, we believe that hiring people with convictions is good for business. But how do we know this? Because we've been practicing what we preach for 10 years and the only people to have stolen or threatened the company were people without the labels our colleagues often carry... Helping ex-prisoners find stable jobs not only benefits them but also strengthens society, improving reintegration, and boosting the economy.
We work with employers from a number of sectors including construction, hospitality, retail, warehousing and logistics, and manufacturing, to support their recruitment from our talent pool of risk assessed clients.
Why Employment Matters
There are over 13 million people in the UK with a conviction, mostly driving convictions.
86% of employers hiring ex-offenders rated them as being good at their jobs.
92% say hiring ex-offenders has helped the diversity in their organisations.
Statistics also show the importance of employment in reducing reoffending rates:
Reoffending rates drop by up to 33% when an individual secures a stable job after release. Without work, many return to crime simply out of desperation.
75% of ex-prisoners remain unemployed a year after their release, highlighting the difficulty of re-entering the workforce and the need for targeted support.
Employment provides financial stability, a sense of purpose, and an opportunity to rebuild one’s life, leading to greater social cohesion and less strain on public services.
Our Approach
We work with individuals through every stage of their journey, from stabilisation and upskilling to becoming work-ready. This means that we really get to know our clients and candidates prior to putting them forwards to work for you. Our employment services include:
- Skills Development & Training: We prepare individuals with the skills they need to thrive in the workplace, from soft skills like punctuality, communication and teamwork to practical job-specific and vocational training.
- CV Building & Interview Preparation: Support in creating compelling CVs, preparing for interviews, and understanding the recruitment process.
- Volunteering: Bridging the gap between unemployment and employment, volunteering builds skills and confidence in the workplace.
- Work Experience: We build employment pathways which include work experience to build confidence, skills and networks
- Employment: When our candidates are ready, we work with employers to secure jobs that align with their skills and interests.
Partnering with Employers & Recruiters
We collaborate with businesses and recruiters who see the potential in hiring from our motivated talent-pool of work-ready candidates, understand the value of giving someone another chance and the benefits to their company and wider community. We provide:
- Risk-assessed Candidates
- Tailored Recruitment Support: We work closely with businesses across the Midlands and beyond to match job-ready candidates with roles that fit their needs, saving employers time and resources in the recruitment process.
- Access to a Ready Workforce: Risk assessed and trusted individuals who have gone through our programmes are motivated, skilled, and immediately ready to work.
- Ongoing Support: We don't stop once someone is hired. We continue to offer support to both the employer and the individual to ensure a smooth transition into the workplace.
Why Hire From New Leaf?
Join Us in Making a Difference!
We are always looking for forward-thinking employers and recruiters who understand the value of recruiting from our talent-pool of risk-assessed clients and want to partner with us to meet their recruitment needs. Whether you're based in the Midlands or further afield, we can help you find motivated, ready to work candidates who are keen to make a fresh start.
By working together, we can create social mobility, reduce reoffending, and build stronger communities.
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