The purpose of this group is to develop proposals for the Economic Inclusion Panel on delivering advice and guidance to older job seekers and older labour market returners.
The group is focusing on the following areas of activity:-
Understanding the labour market for individuals aged 50 and over; and considering the key factors which effect levels of employment in this age range;
Identifying barriers which prevent older people accessing suitable jobs;
Considering the suitability of current recruitment methods and support targeted at people aged 50 and over ; and
Analysing and considering how training and support is provided in the workplace and how employers tailor support to individual needs.
The findings and recommendations on encouraging Jobseekers aged 50+ to take up employment opportunities will be presented to the Panel meeting in May 2010.