Rail Social Value - The Pathway to Filling the Skills Gap

Finding the right people to fill vacant roles can be difficult. Steve Womack of Amey Infrastructure Wales talks about how he has found workers with transferable skills. He's also contributing social value to his local area by employing ex-offenders. Hear about lessons from a steep learning curve and the benefits to be found.01:41 About Steve Womack02:31 Getting involved with the Pathway Programme04:00 Finding the right candidates for the right roles06:00 The response of staff to working with ex-offenders07:39 Gareth’s involvement and experience with the programme08:51 Gareth’s reception at Amey Infrastructure Wales09:35 Steve talks about the results and the learning from the programme10:35 Dealing with the transition from prison to release and employment13:10 What Gareth has learned and gained from the programme14:50 Steve recommends getting involved in the programme16:10 About other schemes around the country16:28 Steve’s offer to talk about his experience with the scheme18:05 Gareth explains the challenges for programme participants20:36 Learnings for participants and organisers within the programme22:25 Using Gareth as a mentor for new participants25:05 Gareth sums up his experience of the programmeIf you'd like to talk to Steve Womack about his experience of the Pathway Programme, please use LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-womack-7471b532/Transport for Wales Helping Rehabilitate People  https://news.tfw.wales/news/transport-for-wales-helping-rehabilitate-peopleGOV.UK Guidance on employing prisoners and ex-offenders https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/unlock-opportunity-employer-information-pack-and-case-studies