Working in partnership success for jobseekers

A ‘Celebrating Success’ event was held at Carnegie’s New Row premises on Tuesday 10 January for the 'Recruitment Know How!' programme. Those attending the event included representatives from Fife Council, local and national employers and students who have recently completed the programme. Image: Speakers at the event (left to right) Councillor Tony Martin, Rosemary Henry from Carnegie College, Jim McGonigel from Job Centre Plus & Lucinda McAllister from Fife Council Rosemary Henry, Assistant Head of Carnegie’s School of Communities and Learner Development said ‘This programme has been delivered in partnership with BRAG Enterprises, Fife Works, Fife Council and Tree of Knowledge and has primarily been aimed at Amazon recruitment and other key employers in Fife. The initiative has been funded by Jobcentre Plus' Flexible Support Fund and has been delivered as a 2 day intensive programme at various locations throughout Fife and is an excellent example of partnership working. The target of 80 jobs is on course to be reached.’ Image: Students with tutors Cathy Maule & Diane McLeod The response from those taking part in the programme has been extremely encouraging. Participants comments received include ‘very helpful’, ‘enjoyable and worthwhile’, ‘well run, relaxed, relevant and enjoyable’. Posted: 10 January 2012