We were delighted to award RoslinCT the Developing The Young Workforce Award at last night's Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce's Business Awards. Roslin CT have shown an exceptional commitment to nurturing future talent, engaging with young people on a significant scale. Through strong connections with education and a focus on developing early careers, they are actively shaping the future of their industry while building a pipeline for long-term growth. A well-deserved win to an organisation committed to inspiring and developing their future workforce. #ECCAwards25
DYW Edinburgh, Midlothian & East Lothian
Civic and Social Organizations
Edinburgh, Scotland 1,251 followers
Connecting employers with young people and education.
About us
DYW Edinburgh, Midlothian & East Lothian creates closer collaboration between industry and education, quite simply we work with industry so young people are informed and inspired about the world of work. “It is our vision to deliver a partnership across the region which will ensure a positive destination for every young person and to transform the relationship between business, the third sector and education for the benefit of all three and for the wider regional economy.” We are ambitious to make a real step change in the opportunities for young people and how employers make a significant contribution to how this is shaped. To enable us to achieve our vision and deliver impact we: 1) Deliver an improvement in employers’ engagement with schools and colleges in the region by encouraging and supporting more employers and educators to actively collaborate to better align skills supply and demand- delivering increased economic and societal impact from investment. 2) Encourage and support employers to open up job and development opportunities to more young people and invest in their career development- stimulating increased economic growth, productivity, and earnings, playing an active role in shaping and benefitting from our regional education system through recruiting our young people.
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https://www.dyw.scot/edinburgh-midlothian-and-east-lothian.html
External link for DYW Edinburgh, Midlothian & East Lothian
- Industry
- Civic and Social Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Edinburgh, Scotland
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2016
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40 George Street
Edinburgh, Scotland, GB
Employees at DYW Edinburgh, Midlothian & East Lothian
Updates
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Through offering a range of kinds of work placements, employers stand to gain immensely by shaping the future talent pool, enhancing their reputation and driving innovation through the fresh perspectives that young minds bring. So why is it that so few employers are currently offering work placements across our region? We delve into the benefits to young people and industry, and some of the misconceptions employers can have around what getting involved in work placements can mean for them. Read our latest article: https://buff.ly/4be3199 #DYWScot
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We're hiring a Programme Delivery Manager! Could you support the delivery of a regional plan and employer engagement strategy, working to enhance team performance and collaboration? Apply now: https://buff.ly/3WRGFUX
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As our celebrations come to a close, we would like to thank our board members for leading, advocating for, and supporting the work of DYW in our region! Plus, a huge thank you to all who helped celebrate our 10th anniversary. Stay updated on future events, campaigns and opportunities: https://buff.ly/4hdA7I6 #DYWDecade
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DYW Edinburgh, Midlothian & East Lothian understands the importance of inclusion and diversity and equity of access to employer led experiences has been central to the development of the ‘Options Jam’ programme in our region. Read more: https://buff.ly/3DXkcza #DYWDecade
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Last year, we launched an exciting Hospitality Pilot in collaboration with Hospitality Connect and the Hotelier Association. So far, pupils from 5 schools have enjoyed practical experiences and insights into the hospitality industry. Read more: https://buff.ly/3DXkcza #DYWDecade
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We work with over 400 employers and partners each year. In 2023-2024, 33 organisations pledged to support the Young Person's Guarantee in our region. Can you pledge to support Scotland's young people? Read more: https://buff.ly/3DXkcza #DYWDecade
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In 2023, the DYW Roadshow became a more supportive space for young people with additional support needs, ensuring more young people feel comfortable to explore their next steps. Read more: https://buff.ly/3DXkcza #DYWDecade
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