The journey
from referral to
employment.
WorkforceJourney connects employers, candidates, Jobcentre Plus, schools, colleges, and councils — supported every step of the way.
"We've hired three placement candidates. Two are now permanent team members."
The Coffee House, Leeds
3
hires from placement
Our impact across the UK
1,204
People placed into work
89%
Employment rate post-placement
94
Partner employers
4.8/5
Candidate satisfaction
From referral to employment in five clear stages.
Our structured journey removes the guesswork. Every candidate, employer, and partner knows exactly where they are — and what comes next.
Referral & Assessment
Get started with an assessment of skills, goals and support needs.
Preparation
Build confidence, skills and employment readiness.
Matching & Placement
Get matched with a suitable employer and begin your placement.
Progress & Completion
Receive ongoing support, regular check-ins and a final review.
Employment & Growth
Move into employment or your next opportunity, with continued support.
Built for everyone in the employment ecosystem.
Whether you are an employer looking for reliable talent, a candidate building your future, or a partner organisation measuring impact — WorkforceJourney delivers.
For Employers
Reduce recruitment cost and risk with pre-screened, job-ready candidates.
- No recruitment fees — placement is fully funded
- Dedicated officer manages the relationship
- Structured reviews and attendance tracking
- Pathway to permanent employment
- Employer recognition and social value reporting
For Candidates
Real support, not just a job board. We walk alongside you every step.
- Free training modules before your placement
- Matched to employers suited to your goals
- Named officer who knows your situation
- Mobile app to track your journey in real-time
- Long-term career progression support
For Partners
Streamlined referrals, live tracking, and DWP-compliant outcome reporting.
- One portal for all candidate referrals
- Live stage tracking — no chasing for updates
- Automatic DWP evidence and compliance packs
- Social value and SROI reporting built-in
- Quarterly performance reviews with WJ team
Platform benefits across every user
Real-time tracking
Every stage update visible to all relevant parties instantly.
GDPR compliant
Data handled in line with UK GDPR and DWP data-sharing agreements.
Outcome reporting
Automated quarterly and annual reports for all stakeholders.
Dedicated support
Named WorkforceJourney officers for employers, candidates and partners.
Real people. Real outcomes.
"WorkforceJourney gave me the confidence to step into work. Within 3 months of my placement I was promoted."
Priya Patel
Retail Assistant → Customer Team Lead
"I'd been out of work for 18 months. They matched me perfectly and the support throughout was incredible."
James Okafor
Warehouse Operative → Logistics Manager
"The training modules and the employer matching made a huge difference. I now have a permanent contract."
Sofia Al-Amri
Admin Support → Office Coordinator
Latest from WorkforceJourney.
10 July 2026
89% of WorkforceJourney candidates remain in employment after six months — our best result yet
3 July 2026
Greenfield Services expands placement programme to three new sites following WorkforceJourney success
25 June 2026
New digital skills academy modules now available — free for all WorkforceJourney candidates
18 June 2026
How the UK government's Back to Work plan aligns with the WorkforceJourney model
Ready to start the journey?
Whether you are an employer, candidate, or partner organisation — we are here to help.