Redundancy support
Redundancy support services for residents in the West of England.
Are you a job seeker, someone recently made redundant or are facing an upcoming redundancy? We understand that this can be a challenging time, but you’re not alone.
Discover our resources, guides and helplines to assist you get back into a job you love and thrive in.
Phoenix West helpline
Phoenix West helpline is currently open for staff at Body Shop and Wilko. Whether expected or sudden, if you are facing redundancy or have been made redundant, this can be a difficult time, causing uncertainty and stress. Phoenix West is free of charge and can help you find a new job. It can help you:
- with advice and guidance from an expert
- to find the right training and learn new skills
- support with online resources, webinars and workshops in your workplace or local area
- write CVs and find jobs.
Call the helpline on 0117 332 1500
Or send an email to phoenixwest@westofengland-ca.gov.uk
Further redundancy support for individuals
Skills Connect provides information on all skills, training and career support available to help you thrive today and into the future. As well as the resources available online, there are a team of friendly advisors on hand for you to contact.
Find your happy at work with funded career coaching to help you get to where you want to be. Future Bright is completely free, impartial and tailored towards you.
If you’re faced with redundancy, your employer must treat you fairly and you have certain legal protections. Citizens Advice can help you understand your rights.
Access redundancy support for businesses
Through the Growth Hub, Phoenix West can provide support to businesses who:
- Are at risk of or that are making employees redundant
- Have workforce pressures and are aiming to avoid or minimise redundancies
- Have a recruitment requirement
To access support for your business or organisation, speak to one of our Growth Hub team.
Get in touch
Phoenix West is the West of England’s dedicated redundancy support service. It is free of charge and can help you find a new job.