Services
Practical support to help Lancashire residents find, enter and keep work.
Our services at a glance
Access to Employment brings together job search, skills and employer engagement support. The programme is coordinated across Lancashire by the Lancashire Employment & Skills Executive Partnership, so advice is consistent wherever you live in the county.
- Job search and CV support
- Skills and training referrals
- Employer matching and vacancy access
- In-work progression and retention
Job search and CV support
Advisers work one to one with jobseekers to define a realistic target role, then build a CV and covering letter that reflect current employer expectations.
Sessions also cover interview preparation, application tracking and how to use local job boards effectively.
Skills and training referrals
Where a skills gap stands in the way of employment, advisers identify suitable courses and refer participants to accredited local providers.
Referrals are matched to funding eligibility and to the sectors where vacancies are currently active in Lancashire.
Employer matching
The team works with local employers to understand recruitment needs, then shortlists candidates whose experience fits the role.
Employers receive support with job descriptions, pre-employment checks and onboarding plans.
How support is delivered
Week 1
Initial conversation
An adviser reviews your experience, goals and any barriers to work.
Weeks 2 to 4
Action plan
You agree a plan with clear steps, referrals and review dates.
Ongoing
Review and placement
Progress is checked regularly and support continues after you start work.
In-work progression
Support does not stop when someone starts a job. Advisers help people settle in, address early difficulties and plan the next step in their career.
Eligibility and availability vary by local area, so speak to an adviser to confirm what applies to you.