People's stories
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Rebuilding confidence – Ryan’s story
20 February 2026
Ryan gained confidence, developed key skills, and successfully returned to work with the support of the Restart Scheme.
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Journey to stability - Diego’s story
13 February 2026
“My situation was unsustainable, because my job was freelance, up and down all the time, I was looking for stability in my life, and I found it.”
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Careers around childcare - Ben’s story
28 January 2026
Find out how Ben found success in finding full-time work in a hybrid role that perfectly aligns with his career goals and childcare needs.
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Road to recovery – Andy’s story
27 January 2026
“The stability of work has helped him rebuild confidence, strengthen personal relationships, and regain his joy in everyday life.”
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Progression and success – Maria’s story
27 January 2026
“Maria’s hard work, persistence, and willingness to grow soon paid off, leading to a full-time job offer with the NHS.”
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Wellbeing first – Lyndsey’s story
23 January 2026
"Working with the Restart Scheme really paid off, thanks to their help, I did well in my interview and was offered the job!”
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A better future – Julie’s story
20 January 2026
"They helped tailor my CV to specific jobs and supported me with applications, emails and using technology, which was a big barrier for me.”
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A new direction – Gemma’s story
19 January 2026
“The Restart Scheme isn’t the beginning or end of my journey, it’s a chapter.”
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Seafront success – Sarah’s story
9 January 2026
Sarah visited local independent businesses to hand out her new CV. Her proactive approach paid off, and she soon secured a role.
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Homelessness to hope – Arthur’s story
8 January 2026
Arthur’s journey from homelessness proves that with the right support, even the toughest challenges can be overcome.
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Restart journey – Renelle’s story
17 December 2025
“Jamie was incredibly supportive; he took time to listen and connected me with the right people in their team.”
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Setbacks to success – Corey’s story
20 November 2025
Discover how the Restart Scheme helped Corey secure employment and take the first steps towards his dream of owning a home.
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