Richard Lawton
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Credentials
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Money Mentors – Financial Capability Mentoring Skills, Level 2 OCN qualification
The Wise GroupJan, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
SVQ Advice & Guidance Level 4
GTG TrainingMar, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
Train the Trainer Certificate
Gary Bedingfield TrainingJun, 2010- Nov, 2024 -
SVQ Management Level 3
Training MattersFeb, 2007- Nov, 2024 -
CIPD Certificate in Personnel Practice
CIPDJun, 2001- Nov, 2024 -
Diploma in Recruitment Practice
Recruitment & Employment ConfederationJun, 2000- Nov, 2024 -
Licensed Coach in Running Fitness
UK AthleticsJan, 2016- Nov, 2024
Experience
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WorkingRite
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United Kingdom
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Public Policy Offices
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Coordinator (Glasgow South)
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May 2021 - Present
Work Mobile: 07514 663158; Email: richard@workingrite.co.ukSupporting young people aged 16 to 24 years old into employment through employability training, work based placement and mentoring Young people need to be residents in Elderpark Housing Association, Glen Oaks Housing Association or New Gorbals Housing AssociationYoung people can also be eligible if live in Glasgow South area and not be a tenant or parents tenants of these housing associations (please just ask) Work Mobile: 07514 663158; Email: richard@workingrite.co.ukSupporting young people aged 16 to 24 years old into employment through employability training, work based placement and mentoring Young people need to be residents in Elderpark Housing Association, Glen Oaks Housing Association or New Gorbals Housing AssociationYoung people can also be eligible if live in Glasgow South area and not be a tenant or parents tenants of these housing associations (please just ask)
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Barnardo's
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United Kingdom
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Employability Project Worker
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Oct 2020 - Apr 2021
Delivered online group sessions on employability skills and SQA accredited awards Steps to Work & Certificate for Work Readiness to young people enrolled on Employability Fund courses Stage 2 & 3Provided 1-1 support to remove barriers in moving towards employment or further training Delivered online group sessions on employability skills and SQA accredited awards Steps to Work & Certificate for Work Readiness to young people enrolled on Employability Fund courses Stage 2 & 3Provided 1-1 support to remove barriers in moving towards employment or further training
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Employability Coach / Adviser / Administrator
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Jun 2020 - Oct 2020
Able to provide effective caseload management Extensive experience of building 1-1 relationships with people providing employabilty advice and guidanceHighly skilled in administration maintaining case notes, managing a caseload and following processes to maintain compliance standards and qualityAble to use a range of Mircosoft IT applications such Teams, Word and very competent with Excel. Able to learn and use bespoke IT systemsProven experience of project management of employability programs being the sole worker and lead in geographical delivery areaExperience in providing support to people in office and community based setting
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South Lanarkshire College
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United Kingdom
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Higher Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Training & Employment Assistant
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Jul 2019 - May 2020
Responsible for the effective delivery of guidance, pastoral and employability skills support, mentoring, monitoring, assisting in the arrangement of work placements and tracking of participants on Skills Development Scotland national training programmes Deliver TrainingDelivered group sessions on employability skills to participants enrolled on Employability Fund courseOne to one or group sessions able to motivate and empower participants to take ownership of their own futureUsed a variety of media to include Smartboard, Powerpoint, internet and flip chart to get essential information across to the participants in an interesting and memorable wayAdministrationMaintained up to date participants files and related paperworkManaged, recorded and updated outcome tracker to track participants progression and milestones Carried out participants reviews on Employability Fund and Modern ApprenticeshipsEnsured all paperwork is completed and compliant for internal and external audit purposesRelationship Management/MarketingEngaged with employers to develop work placement opportunities for participants Built and managed positive relationships with Jobcentre Plus/ partner agenciesMaintained professional relationships with colleagues and other internal departmentsInformation, Advice and GuidanceOne to one guidance & pastoral support to motivate and empower participants progress to work or educationProvided 6 month post course support person focussed serviceTactful and courteous in all dealings even when dealing with difficult situations
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The Wise Group
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United Kingdom
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Civic and Social Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Work Coach - Fair Start Scotland
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Mar 2018 - Jul 2019
I provided a employability service to anyone over 18 years old to help them into sustainable employment. Anyone seeking the employability support of this service can face many difficulties and barriers to employment such as ageism, addictions, mental health issues, long term health conditions and/or disabilties and criminal convictions. I worked on a one to one basis with participants, building trusting relationships to help people with their job preferences and goals and building and implementing their action plan to meet these goals. I was responsible for recording case notes after meetings with participants. This involved motivational chats, confidence building, CV writing, interview preparation, application support, personal statement support and job searching and applying. Once in employment I provided a range of In Work Support, as required, to both the participant and employer. Other responsibilities included attending team meetings, case conferences, updating and maintaining participant files for Scottish Government audits.
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SAMH
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United Kingdom
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Non-profit Organization Management
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200 - 300 Employee
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Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Employment Specialist
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Feb 2017 - Mar 2018
Provided advice, guidance and employability support to clients who are referred to the Individual Placement and Support service (IPS). Worked in partnership with NHS Lanarkshire and was based in the Community Mental Health Teams in Airdrie & CoatbridgeI worked extremely well in a multi-disciplinary team and I worked alongside colleagues to achieve the best outcome for SAMH clients. I worked with a caseload of clients and provided employability support to help people into employment. This involved CV writing, interview preparation, application support, personal statement support and job searching and applying. I engaged with employers in North Lanarkshire and surrounding areas and this is client lead depending on employment goal and preference. Once in employment I provided In Work Support and this can be provided for both the client and employer. Other responsibilities included weekly report writing, attending team meetings, case conferences, updating and maintaining client files for monthly audits.
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HM Revenue & Customs
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United Kingdom
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Customer Service Consulant
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Mar 2016 - Jan 2017
Dealt with telephone inbound enquiries and requests from internal and external customers, used various computer systems to update/maintain and create new customer records, assisted with general administrative duties, including handling some more complex queries and issues, making sure they were all resolved quickly and efficiently and provided accurate information in a professional and helpful manner by collecting and assessing relevant data and information from various sources such as departmental guidance, customer records/systems, managers and other relevant business units.
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learndirect Limited
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United Kingdom
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Education Management
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300 - 400 Employee
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Placement Liaison Officer
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May 2015 - Mar 2016
Delivered the Community Work Placements (CWP) employability programme within Glasgow area. Delivered the Community Work Placements (CWP) employability programme within Glasgow area.
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The Wise Group
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United Kingdom
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Civic and Social Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Volunteer & Project Coordinator - Zero Waste Wise Glasgow
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Nov 2014 - Mar 2015
A waste reduction programme, Zero Waste Wise Glasgow was funded by Zero Waste Scotland to develop and deliver the Volunteer and Community Advocate programme in Glasgow North & East. Recruited, managed, developed and maintained a network of volunteers and advocates to participate; Managed the development and delivery of the programme; Developed relationships with organisations in order to promote and develop the programme; Evaluated and monitored impact of the programme.
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Employment Consultant - Scotland’s Best
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Mar 2014 - Nov 2014
Delivered in South Lanarkshire, Scotland’s Best was a employability programme for young people aged 16 to 24. Funded by the Scottish Government’s Legacy 2014 Young Person’s Fund and managed by SDS. It enabled young people to access volunteering opportunities, training and qualifications and was open to those who were not involved in full time education, training or employment. The programme aim was to give young people basic employability skills that were transferrable in any workplace via an SQA Employability Award.
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Employment Consultant - Health & Employability
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Aug 2012 - Mar 2014
I was responsible for the registration people with health conditions who are in receipt of JSA and ESA benefits that are referred by Jobcentre Plus and is the main reason that has prevented them progressing to work / returning to work. It was a rolling 13 week programme that allowed clients receive a combination of 1-1 and group work support to get them more job ready. Through the workshops confidence is addressed, money/debt issues, job searching techniques and basics such CV creation/email address and Universal Job match set up. I managed a caseload of up to 40 people; carried out 6 and 13 week reviews, liaised with local agencies and organisations for further support, job opportunities and voluntary work. Additional duties included being appointed to check compliance and quality of all client files within this project.
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Triage
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United Kingdom
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Professional Training and Coaching
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1 - 100 Employee
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DNA Assessor
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Sep 2011 - Aug 2012
Based on the Ingeus Work Programme contract I was responsible for engaging directly with clients through Initial Assessment and Work Centred Reviews to provide advice, guidance and support to workflow progression towards employment goals. I carried out a range of diagnostic assessments to identify the required type, level of support with the client and appropriate referral to the Ingeus Work Programme ‘Strands.’ During assessments, work centred reviews or re-assessments, I actively job matched clients to vacancies or external web job boards etc in order to facilitate the ability of clients to secure employment prior to moving through the ‘Strands’.
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The Wise Group
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United Kingdom
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Civic and Social Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Employment Consultant - New Deal 18-24 / 25+
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Jun 2011 - Sep 2011
Part of a team responsible for the delivery of a service to enhance/develop clients work experience through placements and developing their job search skills to progress into work. This involved being based in an office . Key activities included:Managed a caseload of clients; Initial Client assessment using a variety of assessment/diagnostic tools; Identified barriers to employmentJob searching; provided interview techniques and mock Interviews training; created CV’s for caseload clients; coached all clients on application form completion and letter writingAdministration of all associated paperwork; maintained client files and related paperwork including Job Search activity reports for all clients; Ensured all client data is recorded and updated on the Client Management Information System; Collected all Job Outcome paperwork from employers for clients moving into employment; Ensured all client paperwork is audit compliant for project funders.
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Employment Consultant - Wise Futures
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Nov 2010 - Jun 2011
This service was funded by ESF and my remit was to provide In Work Support to Flexible New Deal (FND) clients by enhancing job retention through training and regular after care support . This involved being based in an office and on an outreach basis within the designated areas. Key activities included:Headed recruitment of new clients onto project from FND Lanarkshire offices caseloadsDeveloped relations with FND Lanarkshire staff to create referral processManaged registration and 6 month progress review processEstablished and facilitated In Work support for clients over 6 month periodAssessed clients training needs and identified skill gaps in the labour marketIdentified available training , cost and training fundsCompleted all paperwork accurately to agreed standard to ensure compliance with funders
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Routes to Work
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United Kingdom
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Staffing and Recruiting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Employability Support Worker
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Jun 2010 - Oct 2010
Responsible for the delivery of employability support service to people in the North Lanarkshire area. This service was funded by the Scottish European Structural Funds Programme for 2007-2013 with funds from the ESF and the ERDF. North Lanarkshire Community Planning Partnership co-ordinated these funds and my key activities involved:Engaged with employers to sell RTW employer service to aid recruitment of unemployed clients Supported employers to fill vacancies and agree recruitment activitiesDelivered employability workshops to Key Worker clients Established and facilitated In Work support for employers and clients over a 6 month periodAided facilitation and promotion of customised training (Training For Work) in specific employment sectors
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GSWRA
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United Kingdom
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Employability Adviser
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Oct 2007 - Jun 2010
Delivered Glasgow South West Regeneration Agency Employability Service within designated offices. Initially the service was funded via Glasgow Community Planning Partnership with funds from the European Social Fund (ESF) and then was funded by Glasgow Works and ESF. Glasgow Works was aimed at supporting long term unemployed people- IB/Lone Parents/50+/BME/JSA 6 months + and ESF under 6 months unemployed with secondary target groups such as mental health/criminal convictions/literacy & numeracy issues. Key activities included:Developed & delivered a personal guidance support service in Glasgow South West areaConducted & supported outreach and engagement activity to identify clientsDeveloped effective individual client relationships through employment pathway by providing support, guidance, motivation and assisted in identifying training, learning and employment opportunities to gain better & sustainable employmentIdentified and developed relations with partner agencies to create referral sources and additional support for clients
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The Wise Group
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United Kingdom
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Civic and Social Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Employment Consultant - Workable
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Apr 2006 - Oct 2007
Delivered the DWP New Deal for Disabled People Programme (NDDP), under the banner of Workable, aimed at people on health-related benefits. This involved being based in an office and on an outreach basis within the designated areas. Key activities included:Identified and developed relations with partner agencies to create referral sources and additional support for clientsRegistered people onto the programme, create a back to work plan and implement pre-employment supportEstablished and facilitated In Work support for clients over a 6 month periodAdvised employers and clients on accessing support measures to enable a smooth transition into workCompleted all paperwork accurately to agreed standard to ensure compliance with funders
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Senior Employment Consultant - Workable
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Mar 2004 - Apr 2006
Team Lead within the Workable project delivering DWP New Deal for Disabled People Programme (NDDP), in the Renfrewshire/Inverclyde office I was responsible managing the project and staff. Key activities included:Supervised the day to day running of the team, undertook the core duties of managing an active caseload and supporting the team with effective caseload managementSupported the team to ensure the quality of service delivery and targets achievedQuality controlled all documentation to pertaining to financial claimsProduced weekly & monthly statistics
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Employment Consultant - Workable
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Mar 2003 - Mar 2004
Delivered the DWP New Deal for Disabled People Programme (NDDP), under the banner of Workable, aimed at people on health-related benefits. This involved being based in an office and on an outreach basis within the designated areas. Key activities included:Identified and developed relations with partner agencies to create referral sources and additional support for clientsRegistered people onto the programme, create a back to work plan and implement pre-employment supportEstablished and facilitated In Work support for clients over a 6 month periodAdvised employers and clients on accessing support measures to enable a smooth transition into workCompleted all paperwork accurately to agreed standard to ensure compliance with funders
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