The issue has been declared a 'massive problem' with Covid also changing attitudes among potential recruits.
Graham Guest, Hollie Whittles and Richard Sheehan discuss the issues
He said the reduction in migrant staff had also had an impact on the overall pool of workers, especially in farming and tourism, adding: “It’s taken businesses a long time to realise that, actually, they have to sell themselves now because it is such a tight labour market.It’s a tough time for many businesses. Of the issues they face, finding the right kind of staff is now among the biggest.
“The ‘working from home’ factor is something which has become a lot more important to a lot more people. Hollie Whittles, HR director at Telford-based Purple Frog Systems, is a leading figure in the Federation of Small Businesses and has also reflected on recruitment as a “massive problem”. She added: “The pandemic led to new work practices and flexibilities, which many people are reluctant to leave behind. Many of those who are looking for work are holding out for much higher pay and much more flexible working arrangements.
Hollie says that, moving forward, a stronger relationship is needed between businesses and education in order to try to promote opportunities and careers. “What we are beginning to see is businesses with a long-term plan, looking to work with schools and colleges to create a pipeline of recruits and that’s really positive. With work experience and apprenticeships – there’s a plethora of opportunities for employers to get involved. There are lots of initiatives and hopefully business and education can work together to meet the challenges. The more businesses that engage the better.
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