As we celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 2022, we thought it would be good to introduce you to some current apprentices here at Shaw Trust! Emily, Employment Advisor Apprentice Recognising Emily’s potential during an interview, an Apprenticeship role was created especially for her! Six months in and Emily is reaping the benefits and well on her […]
Expert Volunteer sessions “the highlight of the week.”
“I can’t thank Karen enough for the help she has given me to start turning my life around.” Struggling with his mental health, David* was neglecting his care, struggling to cope with all aspects of his life and had even considered suicide. Support from expert volunteers working with Shaw Trust have been instrumental in David […]
Majdi turned challenges into springboards to launch from!
“He is an example to everyone that you can find employment and succeed in life, even when you think there are too many obstacles to overcome.” Majdi joined JETS in April 2021 and it was soon clear to see how passionate he was about finding work. Born in Syria, Majdi is well educated with a […]
New career and positive for future
Joe* came to us after his time in custody as he was struggling to find work. Although he had been trying, he knew he needed extra qualifications which CFO3 were able to provide. Whilst on the CFO3 project, Joe received support with relationship issues, education and training, accommodation, disclosure, CV and health advice. Alongside this, […]
Shaw Trust to undertake an innovative new research project
Shaw Trust is delighted to be partnering with the Association of Employment and Learning Providers (AELP) and the Employment Related Services Association (ERSA) to undertake an innovative new research project. At a time when the skills and job markets are going through rapid change, providers and policy makers need the best available evidence to understand […]
“Shaw Trust is leading in the policy internship space”
My name is Martha, and I have been a Policy Intern in Shaw Trust’s Policy Institute since July. I first became aware of Shaw Trust when conducting research at university, examining the barriers to employment faced by disabled people. I read about the work and Parliamentary contributions of Clare Gray, Shaw Trust’s Organisational Lead for […]