News and Research

Security Traineeship Opportunities in the ACT


December 2011

There are some exciting opportunities in the ACT for Traineeships in the Security Industry.

If this sounds like the career for you, follow the link below for more information, and contact your nearest Campbell Page Employment Hub.

Offices open from 3 January 2012

  • Belconnen
    Tel: (02) 6209 4822
  • Queanbeyan
    Tel: (02) 6128 3688
  • Civic
    Tel: (02) 6212 5222
  • Greenway
    Tel: (02) 6208 6410

Security Ready Program Flyer

State of Our Community reports


September 2011

The Campbell Page State of Our Community research project is part of a long-term research agenda focused on providing multiple stakeholders with reliable, evidence-based information to enhance understanding of the communities we work in. The project has three core goals:

  • 1. to develop an understanding of key social issues affecting clients within our communities;
  • 2. to examine how well these issues are addressed by government and community service providers within each region; and
  • 3. to explore how well-equipped community organisations feel about their ability to meet community needs.

As part of this project we have undertaken an environmental scan of each of the 25 ESAs where we provide employment services. These scans will inform our ongoing research agenda.

These environmental scans have been published as 25 separate State of Our Community reports. These reports are intended as a resource for community service organisations, NGOs, employers, governments and other stakeholder groups. Our aim is to engage key stakeholders in an ongoing discussion about how we can work together to reduce disadvantage and build more socially inclusive communities.

NSW/ACT

QLD

SA

TAS

VIC

For additional information about our State of Our Community reports and ongoing research activities please contact Darcy Duggan, Research Manger, on 0457 805 193 or email: research@campbellpage.org.au

Assistance for workers facing redundancy at Bluescope Illawarra


September 2011

To support Bluescope employees who are being made redundant, the Australian Government has committed $10 million for immediate access to intensive assistance with Job Services Australia providers such as Campbell Page.

This is designed to ensure workers have the skills needed to find a new job, and to provide training assistance to help affected workers find work in industries where there are more job opportunities. There is also scope to assist with relocation costs should workers wish to move for work purposes.

Local Campbell Page Community Employment Hubs can provide guidance on new career opportunities, access to training packages to assist transition to a new employer and ensure workers have the skills necessary to succeed in the job application process. This includes help with resume preparation, application documentation and interview skills.

We also have a team dedicated to liaising directly with employers to maximise employment opportunities workers facing redundancy.

Workers facing redundancy should phone or call into a local Campbell Page Hub to discuss registration for these free services.

Campbell Page enters the United Kingdom


16 August 2011

Campbell Page, an Australian not-for-profit community, employment and training provider has entered the UK Welfare to Work market. Campbell Page UK has acquired North Wessex Training Ltd, a UK welfare-to-work training company.

North Wessex Training Ltd is a training services provider operating in Wiltshire. Formed in 1988, it has worked closely with Job Centres and other like-minded bodies to become an integral part of Wiltshire's employment support structure. The company maintains strong relationships with the private sector which enables it to understand the local job market and place training programme clients with suitable employers. North Wessex Training Ltd currently has 7 offices across Wiltshire, with headquarters in Devizes.

Campbell Page UK will operate all of North Wessex Training's Local and Central Government contracts and intends to grow the business. Xavier Crimmins, CEO of Campbell Page said, "This acquisition marks a new chapter for Campbell Page. It is a platform for growth and underpins our long-term commitment to the UK."

"With many UK communities finding it tough, Campbell Page can play an important role in delivering quality services to people in need."

Mary Cripps-Warwick of Campbell Page, is based in the UK and will take charge of the day-to-day running of North Wessex Training. She said, "We are keen to bring Campbell Page's proven track record and wealth of experience from operations in Australia, to the UK market in what is a challenging time for welfare-to-work."

North Wessex Training has offices in Devizes (2), Trowbridge, Swindon, Salisbury, and Chippenham (2).

Campbell Page is one of Australia's largest not-for-profit welfare-to-work providers, operating from over 100 locations across the country. Campbell Page began in 1985 as a youth drop-in centre, and has grown significantly over the last 25 years. This year, Campbell Page will help over 100,000 people, and is Australia's largest secular not for profit in the sector.

25 years serving and empowering our communities


6 April 2011

This year Campbell Page celebrates our 25th anniversary.

That length of service is testament to our track record of reliability, commitment and performance.

While many providers have come and gone over those 25 years, Campbell Page has grown into a national organisation with over 100 offices and helped thousands of people change their lives for the better.

We think that is something worth celebrating and a number of events and activities will be held over the coming year as a way to celebrate this important milestone in our history.

A special logo has also been developed to commemorate the anniversary and will be displayed prominently in Campbell Page Community Employment Hubs and promotional material over the next 12 months.

Our special 25th Anniversary logo was launched recently at our 25th Birthday party held in Canberra. The event had a rolling presentation capturing the highlights and journey of the organisation over the 25 years. The event had many past and present stakeholders attending with some entertainment that was able to showcase the difference we've have had on people's lives.

Click on the following to access the Campbell Page 25th Anniversary rolling presentation of organisational highlights - LINK

Click on the following to access a video of the Campbell Page 25th Anniversary Media event - LINK

Financial Literacy Workshops hit the mark


February 2011

Thanks to RecruitmentSuper, many of our job seekers are benefiting from new money management skills that are helping them to rebuild brighter futures for themselves and their families. For some, it has even given them the confidence to take on new apprenticeships, start their own business and break a cycle of debt.

The innovative Money Management workshops were delivered to around 70 clients at our Community Hubs in Eden, Narre Warren, Cranbourne and Morwell. Each Workshop covered the seven steps to financial management, dealing with banks, debt reduction and each person developed their own personalised Money Action Plan.

Feedback has been overwhelmingly positive with 98% of participants stating that the workshops gave them an increased ability to manage their money.

But the workshops didn't just impart knowledge; they empowered participants to take action. Take Annabelle for example, who having completed her Money Action Plan realised that she could afford to undertake an Apprenticeship, even while living independently without family support. She left the workshop, applied for a number of Apprentice positions and commenced one week later in her chosen field. She described the workshop as "Awesome".

There are many more stories like Annabelle's; stories of lives changed and dreams renewed and we would like to thank RecruitmentSuper for their generous financial support in enabling this program to go ahead and obtain such important results.

If you or your company would like to donate funds for Campbell Page to run similar programs aimed at empowering disadvantaged clients, please contact Clair Swan, Senior Manager Community Strategic Partnerships on - 0407 048 368

Recruitflex


January 2011

Recruitflex is a new recruitment agency backed by one of Australia's largest secular, not for profit organisations - Campbell Page.

Recruitflex creates and delivers flexible temporary and permanent recruitment services with expertise in the light industrial, office and administration, NGO and professional and management areas.

The value proposition for Recruitflex is based on our people being our difference. That is Recruitflex will deliver a consistent, informed, proactive service to our clients because;

  • We understand the candidate market
  • We understand our clients
  • We understand recruitment
  • We are committed to making a difference

Recruitflex is also committed to ensuring that clients do not encounter a generic, out of box, experience. Recruitflex staff are informed and will offer genuine advice and solutions specific to the needs of our clients.

Recruitflex also recognises that recruitment does not need to be over complicated, we are committed to practicing the fundamentals well and stripping away unnecessary process to deliver a consistently high level of service and value.

The core of Recruitflex's product and service offering is the provision of recruitment services to organisations who value not only high quality recruitment solutions but the social enterprise aspect of what Recruitflex stands for;

As a social enterprise, Recruitflex applies market-based strategies to achieve a social purpose. Rather than being directed to shareholders, 100% of the profits we generate are invested into community-based initiatives supporting those in need.

Positions available in Recruitflex - Click here to view the career opportunities currently available at Recruitflex

For further information visit www.recruitflex.com.au