Since we started running our New Start employment programme, it has supported over 200 residents from across the North East to find career opportunities.
Here are just some of our customers who New Start has helped.
John from Hexham had been out of work due to a disability. Earlier this year he completed a New Start placement with Forum Cinema Hexham, working as an usher.
“My confidence has just gone from zero to hero and that’s thanks to New Start. They realised there was potential there with me. They haven’t pushed me into a job that they know would be no good for me. I genuinely look forward to going into work on Monday.”
Jon’s manager, Clare sees New Start as a great opportunity to get people on the career ladder:
“John has been brilliant to have around here. He has learned loads of new skills with us and will be able to go on and show those skills in other jobs."
Rashida from South Shields had been out of work for several years after taking a career break to raise her children. Through New Start she was able to get a role as an Administration Assistant at South Tyneside Council.
“I had lost the confidence to go back to work. With New Start, I was able to meet employers before I interviewed for the job and make sure the role would fit around my childcare needs. When I met Karen from South Tyneside Council, I knew this was where I wanted to work for. Karen and the team have helped to build my confidence.”
Rashida’s manager, Karen said:
“I could relate to Rashida as I’m a mother as well. Sometimes you take a step back in your career to focus on being a main carer. Rashida wanted to be able to be get the confidence to come back into work but also balance it with her family commitments and that’s what we were able to do with this role."
Bailey from Teesside was feeling demoralised about finding work after he finished college. But New Start was able to find a new opportunity with Full Spec Building, a plumbing and joinery company.
“Working here has made me become clearer about what I want in the future. It’s boosted my confidence. It’s made me realise that there’s more opportunities to go and take. I’d really recommend New Start.”
Manager Joe Mcintyre has seen Bailey’s confidence grow throughout the placement:
“If New Start had been around when I was younger, I would have grabbed it by both hands. It’s been a brilliant opportunity for Bailey. He’s using his own initiative and he’s been a massive help to me.”
If you’re looking for new career opportunities, then visit www.new-start.co.uk to find out how we can support you.
Since we started running our New Start employment programme, it has supported over 200 residents from across the North East to find career opportunities.
Here are just some of our customers who New Start has helped.
John from Hexham had been out of work due to a disability. Earlier this year he completed a New Start placement with Forum Cinema Hexham, working as an usher.
“My confidence has just gone from zero to hero and that’s thanks to New Start. They realised there was potential there with me. They haven’t pushed me into a job that they know would be no good for me. I genuinely look forward to going into work on Monday.”
Jon’s manager, Clare sees New Start as a great opportunity to get people on the career ladder:
“John has been brilliant to have around here. He has learned loads of new skills with us and will be able to go on and show those skills in other jobs."
Rashida from South Shields had been out of work for several years after taking a career break to raise her children. Through New Start she was able to get a role as an Administration Assistant at South Tyneside Council.
“I had lost the confidence to go back to work. With New Start, I was able to meet employers before I interviewed for the job and make sure the role would fit around my childcare needs. When I met Karen from South Tyneside Council, I knew this was where I wanted to work for. Karen and the team have helped to build my confidence.”
Rashida’s manager, Karen said:
“I could relate to Rashida as I’m a mother as well. Sometimes you take a step back in your career to focus on being a main carer. Rashida wanted to be able to be get the confidence to come back into work but also balance it with her family commitments and that’s what we were able to do with this role."
Bailey from Teesside was feeling demoralised about finding work after he finished college. But New Start was able to find a new opportunity with Full Spec Building, a plumbing and joinery company.
“Working here has made me become clearer about what I want in the future. It’s boosted my confidence. It’s made me realise that there’s more opportunities to go and take. I’d really recommend New Start.”
Manager Joe Mcintyre has seen Bailey’s confidence grow throughout the placement:
“If New Start had been around when I was younger, I would have grabbed it by both hands. It’s been a brilliant opportunity for Bailey. He’s using his own initiative and he’s been a massive help to me.”
If you’re looking for new career opportunities, then visit www.new-start.co.uk to find out how we can support you.
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