PeoplePlus at the SUSE Annual Conference 2025
June 12, 2025Posted by:
PeoplePlus was proud to be a key sponsor at this year’s SUSE Annual Conference, held at the Stirling Court Hotel, University of Stirling. Centred around the theme “Setting the Standard: Driving Quality in Specialist Employability Support,” the event brought together leaders and experts from across the employability sector to share insights, explore challenges, and discuss innovative solutions.
Championing Success in Specialist Employability Services
We were delighted to be invited to participate in a panel discussion exploring “What does success look like for the new Specialist Employability Services (SES)?” The session offered a dynamic mix of perspectives including input from policy makers, local authorities, providers, employers, and those with lived experience. This variety of voices made for a truly engaging and thought-provoking conversation on the future of employability support.
Conference Highlights
Opening Address:
The day began with a keynote speech from Tom Arthur MSP, Minister for Employment and Investment, who delivered a clear message: while progress has been made, more must be done to increase the number of disabled people moving into sustainable employment.
Workshops and Key Topics:
Attendees had the opportunity to engage with a wide range of workshops and speakers covering:
- Effective co-production in service design
- Supporting jobseekers with sensory loss
- Managing chronic pain in the workplace
- Leveraging AI and technology across services
- Building strong partnerships with Local Employability Partnerships (LEPs)
Minister Arthur also referenced the Programme for Government, reinforcing the Scottish Government’s ongoing commitment to inclusive employment. He highlighted active collaboration with the UK Government on initiatives such as Get Britain Working, aimed at tackling economic inactivity and improving employment outcomes for all.
June 12, 2025Posted by:
