The Wave Model

Flip the
recruitment model.

Don't browse CVs — discover talent by values. Send a Wave to young people whose Talent Profile resonates with your culture. Build a sustainable pipeline before the competition does.

  • Values-first talent discovery — see who a person is, not just what they've done.
  • Champion Employer badges build trust with young people and their parents.
  • Access grants, funding and apprenticeship levy transfers through verified status.
  • Encrypted, monitored messaging — safe for young people, professional for you.
Become a Verified Employer

How it works

1

Describe your values

Our AI-guided onboarding asks about your culture, what you value in people, and what success looks like at your company.

2

Discover talent by strengths

Browse Talent Profiles filtered by interests, strengths and location. See who people are — not just what they've done. Our platform surfaces candidates you'd never find through CVs.

3

Send a Wave

A Wave is a positive, time-limited (48–72 hrs) invitation that says "we noticed you — we think you'd be a great fit." The young person decides whether to respond. No pressure. No rejection letters.

Waves replace job applications

Hire locally. Make an impact.

Communicate through encrypted on-platform messaging. Set up interviews, make your offer, and earn your Champion Employer badge.

Champion Employer Programme

Earn your Champion Employer badge.

Commit to employing young people from specific age groups and demonstrate your social impact. Unlock funding access, priority placement in Talent Profile searches, and parents' trust.

Starter

Verified & Code of Conduct signed. Can post opportunities and send Waves.

Most Popular

Champion

Committed to employing young people aged 14–18. Eligible for apprenticeship levy transfers and grants.

Ecosystem Partner

Priority placement, impact reporting for ESG credentials, and council partnership access.

Join the Champion Employer Programme

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