Supporting Ex-Offenders at Work
To better assist people with convictions, there are basic steps HR can take, explains ex-prisoner Jacob Hill, whose organisation supports employers in this area.
When hiring an ex-offender, employers may wonder if they should do something differently to support them at work. With many employers, such as Timpson, benefitting from a 75% retention rate, it's no surprise that companies are exploring this talent pool to fill vacancies.
It's essential to note that the term 'ex-offender' or 'person with a conviction' doesn't automatically mean someone who has been to prison. In fact, courts only sentence one in 10 of all people convicted to prison terms. The majority of people with convictions have never seen the inside of a prison cell, but may have received fines, restraining orders, community service, or speeding points.
Interestingly, one in four adults of working age in the UK have a conviction.
With all the news about employers positively employing people with convictions, and brands such as Timpson benefitting from a 75% retention rate, it is no surprise that employers are exploring this talent pool to fill their vacancies.
Author's summary: Supporting ex-offenders at work requires understanding their needs.
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