People's stories

  • 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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  • Breaking barriers – Chakra’s story

    22 September 2025

    With language support, employability training, and determination, Chakra secured a new role in security.

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  • The right support - Abdul’s story

    19 September 2025

    Find out how the Restart Scheme opened doors for Abdul at 50+, when previous applications went unanswered.

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  • Graduation to employment – Brandan’s story

    10 September 2025

    "The team were lovely and had incredible attention to detail, making sure that I was always fully supported in my search for starting work.”

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  • First steps into hospitality – Colby’s story

    9 September 2025

    Find out how the Restart Scheme helped Colby land his first job in hospitality after leaving college.

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  • From setback to success – John’s story

    3 September 2025

    "The Restart Scheme has been a real confidence booster for me, and the support of the whole team has meant a lot.”

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  • Building confidence – Sam’s story

    28 August 2025

    From limited experience to lasting employment - how Sam found his path with the Restart Scheme.

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  • Restarting with confidence - Jess’s story

    11 August 2025

    How personalised support helped Jess rebuild her confidence and return to work in a role that fits her family life.

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