Timpson Foundation
Spends over £1m a year to support the employment of people from prison
The best way to run a business is to trust your colleagues with the freedom to do their job in the way they know best.”
The Timpson Foundation offers opportunities for all
After visiting a local prison in 2002 and hiring a young man named Matt, we’ve become one of the largest employers of ex-offenders in the UK.
We haven’t looked back since.
Specialising in recruiting ex-offenders & other marginalised groups.
Over 12% of our 4500+ colleagues have a past criminal conviction.
We strongly believe in giving people a second chance in life.
Most ex-offenders have proven loyal, hardworking & excellent colleagues.
75% of recruited ex-offenders stay long-term & enjoy rewarding careers.
Prison Training Academies help prisoners get back into work
Our specialist training academies prepare prisoners for employment after their release – and reduce the risk of reoffending!
Practical Training
Prisoners are trained in all our in-store services, which helps them smoothly transition into the workplace.
Part of the Team
They’ll become a valued team member, helping to restore their confidence and self-esteem.
Employment
After their release, we’ll introduce their colleagues and settle them into their new job role.
Our Release on Temporary Licence (ROTL) colleagues
As they near the end of a long sentence, many prisoners are granted day release to help reintegrate them back into society. This is known as Return on Temporary Licence (ROTL).
The Timpson Foundation recruits many ROTL colleagues, offering a safe environment for a day’s work before they return to prison.
Working alongside other colleagues in our shops, those working on day release will be offered support and advice to help build up their confidence in the workplace.
Many of our ROTL colleagues have gone on to enjoy long, successful careers with Timpson upon release!
We also offer career opportunities to care leavers
Most young adults who leave the care system don’t have the emotional or financial support they need to thrive.
So, the Timpson Foundation offers them support in a number of different ways…
Care Leaver Employer
Now part of the Care Leaver Covenant, we offer career opportunities to care leavers and ex-armed services.
Valuable Work Experience
Running for 1-2 weeks, our program covers a range of skills to mimic life in our shops.
Guaranteed Interview
After their work placement, we always offer care leavers a job interview.
Colleague Support
We offer mental health support, counselling, and many more supportive benefits.