I need help to move into work

The City of Edinburgh Council funds a range of employability projects to ensure that anybody who needs help can access it. They can help you with: 

  • training
  • learning
  • volunteering
  • finding work 
  • progressing in work. 

The main city-wide services we fund are listed here:

NEXT STEP EDINBURGH

Led by Community Renewal Trust, this service provides support to people who are looking for employment.

Website: https://www.communityrenewal.org.uk/projects/next-step/ 

ALL IN EDINBURGH 

This is a service for people with a disability or long-term health condition. They can help you secure, sustain and progress in employment. It is run by ENABLE Works, Forth Sector, Into Work and The Action Group.

Website: http://allinedinburgh.org.uk/ 

ENCOMPASS

This service supports people with complex barriers to education, training or employment. This includes people in recovery from: 

•    substance misuse
•    previous offending behaviour
•    homelessness 
•    other complex issues. 

It is run by Access To Industry.

Website: https://accesstoindustry.co.uk/services-for-adults/encompass 

ADVANCE - IN WORK EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT 

This service supports people who are already in work but need support to keep their job or progress in employment. They can also help you maximise your income.

For more information, contact: hello@edinburghfuse.com or 0131 370 3850. 
The website features local vacancies and advice: www.edinburghfuse.com

MORE OPTIONS

As well as the projects listed here, there are many others that can help you reach your goals.

View the Find a Service directory for full details of all the services that are available.

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