The case studies below show innovative ways of approaching employment support for this cohort, with a focus on ensuring that services are accessible, and relevant to the jobseekers in specific regions.
For specific information on commissioning and delivering employment support services which are most effective for people in their 50s and 60s, please refer to our guides and toolkits.
You will find examples of how other countries have approached employment support for people in their 50s and 60s here.
We are committed to sharing examples of good practice which target people in their 50s, 60s and beyond, focusing on skills development, training and effective employment support. If you would like to work with us in showcasing your offer, please get in touch: [email protected]
South:
In 2024 Southampton City Council secured funding to enable them to pilot the country’s first Adults Employment Hub. The dedicated Employment Support Team works with a network of local support services, offering a bespoke service for local jobseekers aged over 50.
North-east:
Instigated by Triage Impact (Middlesbrough), in collaboration with the Centre for Ageing Better, and delivered in partnership with AKG Health, Steps to Your Goal was a dedicated service for people over 50. This pilot project offered 12 weeks of holistic support focusing on individual experiences, preferences and aspirations.
