Partnership Action for Continuing Employment (PACE)
Information provided by Skills Development Scotland:
Facing Redundancy?
Partnership Action for Continuing Employment (PACE) is the Scottish Government’s initiative dedicated to helping individuals and employers with the advice and support they need when faced with redundancy. As with every local authority in Scotland, Orkney has an active PACE Partnership.
How PACE can help?
We can help you take stock, consider your options, and make the decision that’s right for you.
PACE offers free, impartial advice and support to help you:
- understand the redundancy process, as well as your rights and entitlements
- check what benefits you may be entitled to and review your tax calculations
- look for jobs
- write CVs, application forms and covering letters and prepare for interviews
- identify learning and training opportunities
- start up a business
- make the most of your money
- cope with redundancy-related stress
How do I get support from a local PACE partner?
| Skills Development Scotland 2 Albert Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1HP Tel: 01856 872460 Contact: Claire Sim Email: claire.sim@sds.co.uk |
Business Gateway 14 Queen Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1JE Tel: 01856 886666 Contact: Claire Kemp Email: business.gateway@orkney.gov.uk |
| Citizens Advice Bureau 6 Bridge Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1HR Tel: 01856 875266 Contact: Alison Gunn Email: alisongunn@orkneycab.casonline.org.uk |
Orkney College UHI East Road, Kirkwall, KW15 1LX Tel: 01856 569000 Contact: Jenna Harper Email: jenna.harper@uhi.ac.uk Web: www.orkney.uhi.ac.uk |
| Jobcentre Plus Government Buildings, Tankerness Lane, Kirkwall, KW15 1AJ Tel: 01856 885320 Contact: Rhona Shearer Email: rhona.shearer@dwp.gsi.gov.uk |
Orkney Islands Council Email:employability.support@orkney.gov.uk |
Alternatively, if you would prefer to seek support anonymously from out with Orkney please get in touch via the national PACE helpline on 0800 917 8000.
Links to further information:
- PACE animation - short animation describing PACE
- PACE Redundancy Guide - overview of PACE support available
- Redundancy Scotland – website for employees facing redundancy
- PACE Presentation - 26-minute PACE presentation via YouTube
- Positive Steps to Your Future Booklet – Useful workbook for anyone facing redundancy. A great starting point prior to discussing your plans with a Skills Development Scotland Adviser.
