Our #NotGeneration campaign has launched on 19 November 2025, raising awareness of the growing number of young people who aren’t earning or learning. Labelled ‘NEET’ – not in education, employment or training – they’re known for what they’re not doing, and are at risk of becoming the ‘Not Generation’.
By care leavers, for care leavers: New programme in Ealing and Harrow targets cliff-edge
Care leavers in Ealing and Harrow have joined forces with Shaw Trust Foundation, the West London Alliance, and Ealing and Harrow councils, to co-design a new programme of support for young people in care.
Connect to Work… Six months in!
What does it really take to get Connect to Work off the ground and delivering impact quickly? Working with West London Alliance (WLA), we’ve been leading the way with the first Connect to Work programme to launch. We’re now six months in, and we’re already proving what’s possible with hundreds of people (and counting) joining the programme. This means more people starting and staying in work, improving their wellbeing and earning.As the UK’s largest IPS provider outside the NHS, we
A new chapter for Shaw Education Trust
In 2014, Shaw Trust backed the creation of a new kind of education trust that could drive real change across schools and local communities.
Fast forward 11 years and Shaw Education Trust (SET) is now a multi-academy trust managing 31 schools, making a measurable difference to thousands of young people.
Shaw Trust awarded ‘outstanding’ in new Supply Chain Partnership Standard
Shaw Trust has received the highest possible rating of ‘outstanding’ in the new Supply Chain Partnership Standard.We’re the first to be accredited under this updated national benchmark, which replaces the Merlin Standard. The new framework sets a high bar for excellence in supply chain management, recognising organisations that work in true partnership, operate transparently, and deliver social value.On issuing the accreditation, Richard Adkins, Systems and Finance Director, from awarding body Assessment Services Ltd, said:“Shaw Trust has set the bar high
New back to work scheme launches in West London
The first of the government funded, devolved Connect to Work services officially launched in West London on 1 May 2025 in partnership with West London Alliance.
Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Impact Report
This report reviews the employment and wellbeing outcomes of 19,000+ people who have participated in our IPS employment support programmes which link work and health. We also share our insights from the frontline of delivering IPS, our impact to date and our recommendations for commissioners.
West London Works IPS participant shares his story with Channel 4 news
Channel 4 News approached us to talk to a participant about their experiences finding work as a disabled person. Nicholas, a participant on the West London Works contract (an IPS contract), chatted with reporter Anja about his story, and what more needs to be done to support disabled people back into employment.
Jim Carley appointed as new Business Development Director
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Carley as our new Business Development Director. With over 20 years experience in bid writing and bid management, Jim has a proven track record of winning public sector contracts.As a recognised expert in Employability, Justice and Vocational Skills, Jim has secured contracts with national government including with DWP, the Ministry of Justice, the Education & Skills Funding Agency (ESFA), as well as local government.Starting in February, Jim will lead on Shaw
We’re recruiting for new trustees
At Shaw Trust, we believe that everyone has the right to live a decent and dignified life. Every day, we work to empower people and communities by removing barriers to employment, education, and opportunity. Now, we’re looking for two new trustees to join our Board and help us drive our mission forward.Why join us? As a trustee, you’ll play a key role in shaping our strategic direction and ensuring that we deliver real impact for the people we serve. You’ll