The Story
Argonaut Community Enterprises is now a CIC and was founded by two deaf people who both worked in employment services to ensure access for deaf jobseekers.
They noticed that despite having relevant qualifications and excellent skills deaf candidates were, for various reasons, still having problems securing work. Further research found similar issues with candidates with other disabilities. The problems were particularly apparent for people who are deaf, visually impaired or have a learning disability where the overriding issue is access to information and communication.
During a working visit to Australia they discovered a company called Cleanforce, who were securing mainstream contracts and appointing disabled people to deliver. Based on this idea, the model for Argonaut Community Enterprises was developed and established in September 2010 as a not-for-profit Social Enterprise, enabling investment and support in our local community.
Argonaut works to make a difference for people and communities. We break down barriers to provide employment and in-house support for deaf and disabled people across the Midlands.
We are a diverse and inclusive company that works hard every day to make a constant change for individuals and the area.
Since it’s inception Argonaut has employed over 90 deaf and disabled people, many of whom have gone on to fulfilling jobs elsewhere using the skills and confidence developed in our supportive environment.
We are proud to deliver a high-quality service, tailoring each contract to meet the specific needs of each customer.
Our Vision
To see deaf and disabled people in work which fulfils their aspirations and potential, whether within Argonaut or elsewhere.
The skills and work ethic learned at Argonaut help increase employability, and make our staff stand out in an often uncertain job market.
Social Value
Argonaut’s social value comes from reducing barriers for deaf and disabled people. We instill confidence in our clients by proving that employing people with disabilities is not difficult, and with the correct support our staff and valued members of the workforce.
Argonaut is proud to have a very low staff turnover. This is itself creates consistency and reliability for our clients who appreciate the opportunity to develop good working relationships with Argonaut’s employees.
The ongoing impact from this is huge. Satisfied and secure employees mean reliability for their families, improved metal health, and better visibility within the wider community.
Why Choose Us?
Argonaut Community Enterprises gives a quality service! Customer satisfaction is high on our agenda and we work hard at building good relationships with the people we work with. Good communication ensures we know exactly what our customers want, and our aim is to see satisfied customers and a confident delivery team.
We all know the barriers that deaf or disabled people face when looking for work. Argonaut Community Enterprises recruits people who want to work and will go that extra mile to achieve.
Areas We Cover?
Argonaut’s head office is in Halesowen, just outside of Birmingham.
From here we can cover contracts from Coventry to Stafford, and sometimes even as far as Nottingham!