People's stories
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Boosting skills - Lynda's story
31 March 2026
"Without the help and support of the amazing colleagues at the Restart Scheme, I would not feel as confident in myself and my abilities."
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New beginnings - Clare's Story
31 March 2026
"The Restart Scheme and the support I've received has had such a positive impact on my life.”
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Power of perseverance - Eric's story
24 March 2026
Eric’s determination paid off, leading to a job offer with OCS just days after interviewing.
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Balancing work and childcare - Roxane's story
17 March 2026
Roxane joined the Restart Scheme to gain support in finding a flexible school role that would work around her family commitments.
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Driven to succeed - Shay's story
10 March 2026
With support from the Restart Scheme, Shay's strong work ethic and attention to detail led to a successful role in manufacturing.
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Career shift - Jason’s story
3 March 2026
Discover how tailored support from the Restart Scheme empowered Jason to successfully transition into a new sector.
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Transition into work - Hana’s story
2 March 2026
“Malaaha helped me to understand appropriate dress code for interviews and boosted my confidence when speaking to employers.”
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Growing confidence - Brandon’s story
27 February 2026
“This programme is crucial for people who are struggling to find work. With the support of the Restart Scheme, they will find work in no time.”
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A fresh start - Gary’s story
27 February 2026
From redundancy to a new career, Gary’s journey shows how personalised guidance and perseverance can transform a job search.
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Staying resilient - Thomas’s story
26 February 2026
Hear how Thomas built his confidence, identified his transferable skills and stayed motivated after early setbacks.
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Driven to success - Purdey’s story
26 February 2026
Hear how the Restart Scheme unlocked Purdey’s potential, giving her the confidence to land her first paid job.
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Balancing life and work – Benys’s story
25 February 2026
“I am so grateful for everything Angela has done. She has kept me on track and gave me the strength to keep looking for work.”
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