The aim of this research project was to evaluate how different groups experience the Restart Scheme and identify what support helps individuals back into work. This research addressed the following research questions:
- In what ways do Restart Scheme participants feel service delivery could be developed, improved or changed to better meet people’s specific age and gender related needs?
- How do young adults (aged 19-25) experience The Restart Scheme? What are the barriers and facilitators to their participation?
- What needs and concerns do young adults who have been out of work for longer periods have around entering/re-entering the workforce.
- What needs and concerns do people over-50 who have been out of work for longer periods have in entering/re-entering the workforce?
- How do people over-50 experience The Restart Scheme? What are the barriers and facilitators to their participation?
- How does gender impact on young adults’ and people over-50’s experiences of The Restart Scheme?
