August 9, 2024 Posted by: Jenna

Our Hospitality & Catering department at HMP Hollesley Bay is working closely with local employers to equip learners with practical skills and create employment opportunities for them upon release.

August 6, 2024 Posted by: Charlotte

After a detached retina ended his taxi career in June 2022, James faced further setbacks and declining mental health. However, Fair Start Scotland offered a lifeline. With support from his Key Worker, Debi, and involvement in activities like the Let’s Talk walking group and a football fitness club, James found renewed confidence and hope. Though still job hunting, his journey with Fair Start Scotland has been transformative.

July 30, 2024 Posted by: Charlotte

Fair Start Scotland's Key Worker, Michael, recently led a DPS course at in Edinburgh, helping individuals build confidence and gain skills to re-enter the workforce. The eight-day course, aimed at those facing long-term unemployment or other challenges, was highly praised for its clear and supportive approach.

July 26, 2024 Posted by: Charlotte

We’re proud to have been the first provider in Wales since the extension of the Restart Scheme contract to find a participant employment! When the participant arrived at our Restart office in Pontypridd they had an interview lined up but really wanted some advice and guidance on how to do well.

July 25, 2024 Posted by: Charlotte

Nicole, a single mother of four, transformed her passion for sweets into a thriving business while balancing childcare duties. With the support of Fair Start Scotland and advisor Gordon, she navigated the challenges of self-employment, from crafting a business plan to mastering marketing strategies. Nicole's journey proves that with the right support, dreams can indeed turn into sweet success.

July 19, 2024 Posted by: Charlotte

Marcin was referred to the Restart Scheme in Darlington in May 2023 by the Jobcentre. He attended 12 interviews but failed to attend 22 other interviews. He also failed to attend 6 courses he was booked onto with the Skills Trainer. However, despite a bad start, Marcin did find work from August to September 2023 and for another employer between October to November 2023. Marcin walked out of both jobs. Marcin admitted that he had an alcohol addiction and no longer had support at home from his friend or family. Nicola, our Rapid Response Advisor tried to help Marcin and advised him to get help...........

July 19, 2024 Posted by: Jodie

July 19, 2024 Posted by: Jenna

Construction learners at HMP Stocken have been able to apply the practical skills from their courses to refurbish the prison's gym showers, benefiting the entire prison community

July 15, 2024 Posted by: Jenna

We have successfully piloted a two week prison based self-employment programme at HMP Low Moss.

July 9, 2024 Posted by: Jenna

Based on current and innovative research we have developed our curriculum across our 22 prisons with long-term learning in mind.

June 27, 2024 Posted by: Charlotte

Tamer was referred to Fair Start Scotland by the Job Centre with a business idea of becoming a self-employed tree surgeon (Arborist). He had completed the training and was newly qualified. Tamer was the only earner within his household and had the responsibility of providing for his young family, he knew he had to begin and establish his business quickly.

June 26, 2024 Posted by: Jenna

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