How it works

How to become an Amici Host

  • 1. Tell us about you

    Register your interest in just 30 seconds. We’ll be in touch within 24 hours to find out more about you. And together we’ll decide whether hosting is a good fit for you and your household right now.

  • 2. Meet your guest

    Before you’re matched with a guest they’re known to our partners for six months. And we personally have spent six weeks background-checking, assessing and getting to know them. Once a match is made, we all meet up so you can get to know each other over a cuppa. And decide whether it’s a good fit.

  • 3. Gain new skills

    You’ll get three hours of training in our unique strengths-based approach. This training helps to guide weekly catch-ups with your guest. You’ll learn valuable communication skills that help you inspire confidence and bring out the best in people.

  • 4. Get paid

    Standing Tall Tenancy Agreements are for six months. Standing Tall pays your rent to you directly during the first three months. For the final three months of the let, your guest pays you directly. In the event that it doesn’t work out, we do our best to match you with a new guest within two weeks.

Become an Amici Host

How to become a Standing Tall Employer

  • 1. Tell us about your roles

    Simply fill out the form and we’ll be in touch within 24 hours to arrange a good time to chat. We spend time getting to know you and your business, so we can match you with the right person for the job.

  • 2. Meet your candidate

    Before you’re matched with a guest they’re known to our partners for six months. And we personally have spent six weeks background-checking, assessing and getting to know them. Once a match is made, we all meet up so you can get to know each other over a cuppa. And decide whether it’s a good fit.

  • 3. Zero-risk trial

    Standing Tall employs your new team member on your behalf for the first three months. During this time, candidates should work no more than 32 hours per week. This settling in period gives you a chance to experience working with your new team member. And helps everyone to feel confident and secure.

  • 4. Employ your new teammate

    At the end of month three, we send you a P45 and you can hire your new teammate directly. By this time, your new employee will be delivering value. And they’ve become a respected and trusted member of your team.

Become a Standing Tall Employer

  • Locations

    We’re currently operating in London, Manchester and Birmingham. If you’re based somewhere else, and would still like to get involved - we’d love to hear from you! You can drop us an email hello@standingtall.org.uk

  • Safety & Security

    Candidates are referred to us by trusted partners, including Crisis and Shelter - along with six months of background information. We carefully select candidates who are ready to thrive given the opportunity. Then carry out 6 weeks of assessments (including DBS checks), before making a match.