SUSE Scotland, 1 Neasham Drive, Kirkintilloch (2026)

07/04/2026

📢Workshop Registration Now Open!
We’re excited to announce that registration for this year’s SUSE Conference workshops is now live!

With 9 inspiring sessions to choose from, delegates can select 3 workshops to attend throughout the day. Don’t miss your chance to secure a spot in the sessions that matter most to you.
Explore the full lineup and register now: https://ow.ly/Y1Xl50YErXQ

02/04/2026

The key focus for this year’s is acceptance, understanding and action – this means actively reducing barriers to participation in society and the workplace to ensure sustainable employment for all.

Not sure where to start with making your workplace more inclusive and supportive?
Here are three simple but effective approaches you can start using straight away to make a real difference:

✨ Reverse Mentoring – Junior employees mentor senior leaders to build understanding and break down barriers across roles, ages and digital skill levels.
✨ Positive Workplace Conversations – Create honest, strengths based discussions that boost trust and confidence.
✨ Digital Access – Remove common digital barriers so everyone can work effectively.

If you would like more information join us at the SUSE Annual Conference, where this workshop will be available as part of the Conference Day programme.

You’ll leave with clear, actionable tips to help create a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Get tickets: https://ow.ly/sumi50YBKTc

Or find out more about our range of Resources for Employers: https://ow.ly/vveI50YBKT9

01/04/2026

💡 Is your workplace truly digitally accessible?
When everyday tools aren’t accessible - emails, documents, PDFs, online forms, virtual meetings, learning platforms - it isn’t just an inconvenience. It’s a productivity issue, an inclusion issue, and in many cases, a legal compliance issue.

Digital barriers can affect anyone: including disabled and neurodivergent employees. When systems aren’t accessible, people can’t work efficiently - or sometimes at all.

That’s why we’re delivering a workshop on Digital Accessibility in the Workplace: Good Practice for Disabled Staff and Employers.

In this session, we’ll break down:
✳️What digital accessibility actually means
✳️Why it matters across your whole organisation
✳️Practical good practice across everyday workplace tools - from Word documents and PDFs to Teams/Zoom, intranets, eLearning and shared systems.

If you want to build an inclusive culture, improve productivity and meet legal responsibilities, this workshop will give you the tools to get started.

Join us at the , where this workshop will be available as part of the Conference Day programme. Book tickets:
https://ow.ly/ey2x50YBJFz

Let’s make digital accessibility everyone’s business.

23/03/2026

SUSE Board Announcement: CEO David Cameron to Step Down

SUSE announces that David Cameron, Chief Executive Officer, has informed the Chair of the Board of his intention to step down from his role around July 2026.

David has expressed that while he has greatly valued his time at SUSE, he feels the time is right to pursue new and different challenges at this stage in his career. Over his nine years with the organisation, David has shown a deep commitment to SUSE’s mission and an unwavering passion for its work and staff team.

Reflecting on his decision, David said:
“It has been a privilege to lead SUSE and to work alongside such a dedicated and talented team. I am immensely proud of what we have achieved together. SUSE plays a vital role in Scotland’s employability landscape, and I am fully committed to supporting a smooth transition as the organisation moves into its next phase. I have every confidence in SUSE’s continued success and impact.”

David has shared his reflections on what may be required to take SUSE into its next stage of development, offering valuable insights as the Board plans ahead.

Norma Curran, Chair of the Board, expressed her appreciation, stating:
“On behalf of the Board, I thank David sincerely for his professionalism and service during his nine years at SUSE. His leadership has strengthened the organisation in meaningful and lasting ways, and we are deeply grateful for his contribution.”

The Board will begin planning for the recruitment of a new Chief Executive in due course and we will provide further updates as the process develops.

18/03/2026

New Conference Workshop Announced: Vocational Profiling in Action
If you’re a job coach or employability practitioner looking to improve how you understand, support and motivate the people you work with, this session is made for you.

Vocational profiling is one of the most effective ways to build rapport with jobseekers and uncover the meaningful details that lead to sustainable employment. In this hands on workshop, you’ll explore:

✳️The key dos and don’ts of vocational profiling
✳️Practical techniques for gathering meaningful information
✳️How to build a clear picture of each person’s skills, experiences and aspirations
✳️Confident ways to start conversations so jobseekers feel comfortable opening up
✳️Real case studies showing profiling in action
✳️An interactive activity to practise and refine your approach.

This workshop is highly practical, engaging and designed to give you tools you can use immediately in your day to day work.

🎯 Ideal for: Job Coaches, Employability Practitioners, Employment Specialists, Key Workers

Join us at our Annual Conference and strengthen the conversations that lead to better outcomes.

Find out more: https://ow.ly/Fvqf50Yvczq

17/03/2026

Want to get better results from employer phone calls?
Join us for a focused Conference Workshop that will transform the way you approach telephone engagement!

Phone conversations are still one of the fastest ways to uncover real job and training opportunities — but only when you know how to make every call count.

In this session, you’ll learn five practical, easy to use techniques that will help you:
✅Boost confidence when calling employers
✅Reduce rejection and keep conversations moving
✅Get through to the right person
✅Open calls in a way that builds trust
✅Influence decision makers
✅Position your service so employers want to listen.

If you want to strengthen your employer engagement skills and uncover more genuine opportunities for the people you support, this is a workshop you won’t want to miss.

Find out more about our Annual Conference: https://ow.ly/twY450Yvch3

12/03/2026

An exciting opportunity to join Glencraft, Aberdeen, as their next Chief Executive.

Glencraft mattresses are handcrafted in . As a not-for-profit , they combine Scottish luxury with meaningful employment.

Find out more: https://ow.ly/sNn650Yt34l

25/02/2026

We’re part of the Fair Work Festival 2026!
The Fair Work Festival will take place from 16 to 20 March. It's a week-long programme of events designed to provide insight into the importance and benefits of practices in workplaces across Scotland.

Join our online session and discover how helps businesses deliver on Fair Work principles.

Wed 18 March 10-11am

Register: https://ow.ly/ONs350Ykj2u

Our session is online and free to attend, as are most events, making it easy for everyone to get involved.

Find out more about all the events here: https://www.mygov.scot/fair-work-events

24/02/2026

We’re excited to share that we’re working with the Scottish Government and other partners to organise a week of events focused on .

These events will explain why Fair Work matters, the benefits it brings, and practical ways employers can introduce things like flexible working, inclusive hiring and giving employees a stronger voice.

Most sessions will be online and free, so it’s easy for anyone to take part.
New events will be added regularly.

Find out more and sign up here: https://ow.ly/KW4R50YkjlU

24/02/2026

Advisers matter - and so does the data they use.
Join us at the for a practical workshop on how data can enhance adviser judgement and strengthen support for disabled jobseekers.

We’ll explore:
• The vital role of advisers
• Using evidence without losing individuality
• What meaningful data looks like
• How data supports reflection and service improvement

A discussion based session for advisers and managers who want to use data in a way that builds trust, insight and better outcomes.

📅 Tuesday 19th May
📍 Stirling Court Hotel
🎟️ Tickets are available now – https://ow.ly/RJrJ50YifYN

23/02/2026

Assistive and accessible technology (ATech) is becoming essential knowledge for anyone working in employability, education or disability inclusion.

ATech can reduce barriers, build practical skills and widen access to job opportunities - especially for ASN learners moving from education into work. Understanding how to use these tools effectively is becoming a key part of high quality Supported Employment practice.

If you want to deepen your understanding of this fast developing area, join our ATech workshop at the .

This session will explore:
• How ATech supports ASN learners as they transition into employment
• Ways it can be embedded in Supported Employment programmes
• A proposed pilot offering free ATech within services in the Midlands
• Practical insights to help services improve outcomes for disabled people

📅 Tuesday 19th May
📍 Stirling Court Hotel
🎟️ Tickets are available now – https://ow.ly/S9gf50YieZw

19/02/2026

Construction remains one of the UK’s most diverse, fast moving employment sectors - offering opportunities for people at every skill level. For job coaches and employability professionals, understanding this landscape is key to helping candidates build sustainable, rewarding careers.

At this year’s , we’re bringing together leading employers and industry experts who will share real world insight into what the construction sector needs now - and what’s coming next.

Hear from The Springfield Group and Balfour Beatty and leave with:
✔️ Up to date, front line industry insight
✔️ Practical guidance to strengthen client preparation
✔️ A clearer understanding of employer needs
✔️ Knowledge of inclusive pathways and supports

📅 Tuesday 19th May
📍 Stirling Court Hotel
🎟️ Tickets are available now – don’t miss it! https://ow.ly/Uqla50YieMb

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