We’re the local experts
Find, hire and retain skilled people in your area with Shaw Trust’s free services.
Our services are free and delivered in partnership with the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and Southampton City Council.
Why choose Shaw Trust?
It can be challenging to find staff who tick all the boxes: skilled, motivated, reliable. That’s why we’re helping employers match to the right candidates, so roles aren’t just filled, but people stay in them longer. We can help to:
- A shrinking talent pool. With just under 28,000 people currently out of work we can connect you to motivated, job-ready candidates looking for opportunities in your local area (Hampshire Monthly Labour Update, August 2025).
- Hard to fill vacancies. Vacancies remain hard to fill in sectors like care and hospitality against a backdrop increase youth unemployment (On the Wight, October 2025). Through our programmes, we pre-screen and prepare candidates with the right training, ensuring they are ready to step into roles and meet your needs.
- Costly staff turnover. Youth and long-term unemployment rates are typically above the regional average for the Isle of Wight, with economic inactivity around 24% (ONS, March 2024). Our personalised in-work support helps employees settle, stay healthy in their roles and progress in their careers, improving loyalty and reducing staff turnover.
Working with us changes that.
What will you get with our free service?
Quick access to local talent.
Fill roles quicker with job-ready candidates from your area.
Personalised support.
From smooth start to lasting success, get support for you and your new team member.
Flexible recruitment.
Easily hire for seasonal, part-time and specialist positions.
Inclusive workplace.
Hire from diverse groups, like care leavers, refugees, and people leaving the justice system.
Retention support.
Keep great talent for longer, whether staff have health conditions, care responsibilities or are just returning to work.
How does it all work?
We use the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) programme, which links people to the right support for their needs. You’ll benefit from:
- More talent. Find experienced candidates with a range of skills.
- Lower costs. Hire the right people for your roles, saving on recruitment time, costs and resources.
- Higher retention. Boost job satisfaction and cut staff turnover through our lasting support.
- Stronger diversity. Build a motivated, inclusive team through hiring local people from different backgrounds.
- Greater wellbeing. Balance work and life for your staff through the help of our employment specialists.
- Better reputation. Become recognised as a socially responsible employer.
Where can I find out more?
Talk to our Employer Engagement team, here to help you every step of the way.
Alternatively, you can contact us on:
Email: IPStogether@shaw-trust.org.uk
Tel: 0808 168 9002
To request this information in other formats please contact: studio@shaw-trust.org.uk
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