Supporting Employers
Across Aberdeenshire
Recruit.
Develop.
Retrain.
Grow.
Expert advice, funding opportunities and tailored workforce solutions for businesses across Aberdeenshire.
Why Work With EmploymentCONNECT?
Everything you need to recruit, develop and grow your workforce.
EmploymentCONNECT brings together organisations from across Aberdeenshire to provide employers with coordinated, practical support.
One Local Partnership
A coordinated partnership bringing together local organisations to give employers easy access to expertise, training and business support across Aberdeenshire.
One Point of Contact
Tell us what your organisation needs and we will help connect you with the right advice, opportunities and specialist support.
Practical Support
Practical support tailored to your organisation—from recruitment and candidate matching to training, funding and workforce planning.
Explore Our Employer Services
Everything you need to recruit, develop and grow your workforce.
Browse the services below to discover how EmploymentCONNECT can support your organisation.
Recruit the Right People
From promoting vacancies and matching candidates to connecting you with job-ready talent, we make recruitment quicker, easier and more effective.
Recruitment Advertising and Candidate Matching
Helping you find the right people quicker.
We advertise your vacancies across our local networks and platforms and match you with suitable candidates who have the skills and motivation you need.
- Advertise vacancies across local channels
- Promote opportunities to a wider audience
- Match suitable candidates to your requirements
- Support inclusive recruitment practices
- Host recruitment events and employer surgeries
Access to Job-Ready Local Talent
Connecting you with local people who are ready to work.
We work with a diverse pool of local job seekers who are motivated, trained and ready to take the next step in their careers.
- Connect with pre-screened local candidates
- Access support for skills and confidence building
- Reduce time-to-hire with local talent pipelines
- Build a stronger, more diverse workforce
Develop Your Workforce
Invest in your people and build the skills your business needs now and in the future.
Training, Qualifications and Short Courses
Building skills, confidence and capability.
We offer a range of accredited qualifications and short courses tailored to your business needs, helping your team grow and your business thrive.
- Fully funded and co-funded training options*
- Industry -recognised qualifications
- Short courses for upskilling your team
- Flexible delivery to suit your business
- Support with training needs analysis
- Ongoing guidance and learner support
*Eligible participants only.
Create an Inclusive Workplace
We support you to build inclusive workplaces where every employee feels valued and can thrive.
Inclusive Recruitment and Workforce Retention Support
Creating workplaces where everyone can thrive.
We help you attract, recruit and retain a diverse workforce by removing barriers and building inclusive cultures.
- Inclusive recruitment advice and best practice
- Workplace adjustments and accessibility support
- Diversity and inclusion training
- Retention support and employee wellbeing
- Guidance to build a culture of belonging
Build Future Talent
Inspire and develop tomorrow’s talent through real-world experience and opportunities.
Apprenticeships, Placements and Work Experience Opportunities
Invest in the next generation.
We connect you with motivated young people and help you offer meaningful work experience, placements or apprenticeships that benefit your business.
- Recruit apprentices with the right support
- Offer placements that make an impact
- Host meaningful work experience opportunities
*Eligible participants only.
- Access funding and incentive support *
- Develop your future workforce pipeline
Access Funding
Get financial support to help you recruit, train and grow.
Funding, Grants and Recruitment Incentives
Financial support to help your business grow.
We can help you access a range of funding and incentive programmes to reduce costs and invest in your people.
- Access grant funding for training and recruitment
- Wage incentives for hiring local talent
- Apprenticeship funding and support
- Guidance to find the right funding for you
Connect & Plan Ahead
Build connections and plan for a stronger future workforce.
Connections with schools, Community Partners and Job Fairs
Building relationships that create opportunities.
We connect with schools, community organisations and local partners to help you reach new talent and promote your opportunities.
- Connect with local schools and colleges
- Access employer networks and partnerships
- Take part in job fairs and careers events
Sector Events and Future Workforce Planning
Plan ahead for the skills your business will need.
We help you stay informed about sector trends, future skills and workforce planning.
- Attend sector events and roundtables
- Get insight into future skills and opportunities
- Plan your workforce for long-term success
A Partnership Working for Employers.
EmploymentCONNECT brings together local authorities, education providers, employability specialists, charities and business support organisations to provide coordinated support for employers across Aberdeenshire.
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