New Support for Employers: Free Employment System Reviews Now Available

The Good Employment Hub is launching a new offer for employers across Nottingham - the Employment System Review (ESR).

This free, structured review is designed to help organisations build stronger, more inclusive workplaces by assessing current practices and identifying opportunities for improvement.

The ESR examines key areas including recruitment, equality, diversity and inclusion, accessibility, workforce development, and employee experience. Employers receive practical, tailored recommendations aligned with good employment practice.

Why take part?

The ESR helps organisations to:

  • Strengthen recruitment and attract a wider talent pool

  • Identify and remove barriers to employment

  • Improve workplace culture and inclusion

  • Better connect local people to employment opportunities

A key focus of the review is supporting employers to create accessible opportunities for young people aged 16 to 24 across Nottingham.

Additional funding available

Employers who complete an ESR may be eligible to apply for the Young People's Jobs Fund – Good Employment Grant.

  • Up to £500 available

  • Supports one-off activity aligned to ESR recommendations

  • Focused on improving access to employment for young people

⚠️ Funding is limited and cannot be guaranteed. Applications will be assessed based on impact and alignment with ESR outcomes.

Download the ESR Guidance

To help you understand the process and what to expect, you can download the Employment System Review guidance document:

📄 Employment System Review Guidance

Submit Your Employment System Review

Ready to get started?

Complete and submit your Employment System Review using the online form below:

📝 Employment System Review Submission

A Simple Next Step

Taking part in an ESR is a practical way to review your organisation, identify meaningful improvements, and access additional support to help implement them.

For further information, please contact:

📧 thegoodemploymenthub@nottinghamcity.gov.uk

Free Online Employment System Review Clinics

Not sure where to start? Join one of our free online Employment System Review (ESR) Clinics.

These short, practical sessions are designed to help employers understand how an Employment System Review can support their organisation to strengthen recruitment, improve inclusion, enhance employee wellbeing, and develop a more effective workforce strategy.

What You'll Learn

During the clinic, we will cover:

  • What an Employment System Review is

  • How the review process works

  • The benefits for your organisation

  • How the Good Employment Grant can support improvements

  • Opportunities to improve recruitment, inclusion and workforce development

Time to ask questions and discuss your workforce challenges

Who Should Attend?

The clinics are suitable for:

  • Business owners

  • HR professionals

  • Recruitment leads

  • Line managers

Organisations looking to improve employment practices and attract a wider talent pool

Upcoming Clinic Dates

📅 5 October | 11:00am to 11:45am

📅 21 October | 3:30pm to 4:15pm

📅 29 October | 4:00pm to 4:45pm

📅 6 November | 8:00am to 8:45am

📅 9 November | 12:00pm to 12:45pm

📅 17 November | 5:00pm to 5:45pm

📅 25 November | 3:00pm to 3:45pm

Attend Just One Session

You only need to attend one clinic, as the same information is covered at each session. Simply choose the date and time that works best for you.

Reserve Your Place

To book a place, email:

📧 thegoodemploymenthub@nottinghamcity.gov.uk

Please include your preferred clinic date and we will send you the Microsoft Teams joining link.

Additional Support Available

Employers who complete an Employment System Review may be eligible to apply for the Young People's Jobs Fund - Good Employment Grant.

Up to £500 available

Supports activity aligned to ESR recommendations

Helps improve employment opportunities for young people