Employing Ex-offenders

Through its member companies, Business in the Community works to improve the ability of ex-offenders to find employment. A good, stable job is the single greatest factor in reducing re-offending. Not only does it provide individuals with the necessary resources and self-esteem to improve their lives but benefits all sections of society through reduced levels of crime.

Eighty-five per cent of employers experience recruitment difficulties due to skills shortages and lack of experience.

Employing ex-offenders is proving for many companies to be an effective way of addressing skills shortages and controlling recruitment costs. Much of the work involved in assessing the suitability of applicants is done for employers by statutory and voluntary organisations, more and better quality information is available to the employer than would normally be the case and effective support can continue to be available long after appointment. If you are thinking about recruiting ex-offenders, you will almost certainly have some questions.

Please use the links on the left to find answers to the most common ones or contact Julian Yorke (020 7566 8722) for more information.