Council team hopes ‘people milestone’ will inspire others

26 February 2026

A team, which helps people in North Northamptonshire secure employment, has been praised for its long-term dedication in supporting its staff. 

North Northamptonshire Council’s Employment and Disability Service (EADS) is celebrating reaching the milestone of 25 years of continuous accreditation with Investors in People.

The team now says they hope to inspire others to invest in their people and help shape a positive working environment.

Investors in People accreditations are recognised around the world, making them a global benchmark when it comes to people management.

The EADS team, made up of 14 staff in total, offers specialist-supported employment advice, working closely with the Department for Work and Pensions, job centres and local businesses. It provides bespoke support to individuals facing barriers to employment, helping them work towards their goals to start, stay and succeed in employment.

Investing in our team is always a huge focus. We know our team are our biggest asset and the ask, to support people with complex barriers to start, stay and succeed in paid employment, is huge. Understanding what we do well and where we can improve is so important and Investors in People has really helped us achieve this.Julia Green, North Northamptonshire Council’s supported employment manager for the EADS team

Investors in People presented the EADS team with a 25 years of continuous accreditation certificate saying it was “proud to include you as a long-standing member of our community, inspiring other organisations in the pursuit of long-term investment in their people and shaping a better world of work.”

Reaching 25 years of continuous accreditation is an exceptional achievement and a testament to the dedication of the EADS team. Their commitment to supporting residents, with often complex barriers into meaningful employment, is transforming lives every day. We hope this milestone inspires other organisations to invest in their people and build workplaces where staff can truly thrive.Cllr Eddie McDonald, North Northamptonshire Council’s Deputy Leader and Executive Member for Adults and Health Partnerships

Find out more about EADS on the council’s website.

Pictured: Back row (l-r) Marcus Cicceri, Natalie Collingwood, Alfie Courtman-Maddalo, Wendy Franklin. Front row (l-r) Serena Balsara, Sam La Rosa, Moira Fisher, Lucie Dix