Goodbye self-protective shell, Hello University. VS had always been prone to anxiety and although had successfully completed A-levels, during COVID restrictions her anxiety levels had increased, and she had gone into a self-protective shell and wasn’t really considering doing anything. Consequently, her mum referred her after chatting to the CSW transitions worker that is involved…
ON YOUR BIKE with COMPASS Hayden joined the European Social Funded COMPASS programme through Motiv-8 in October 2021. He lives independently but has support from carers as he is on the autistic spectrum. He struggles with his self-confidence and this makes discovering employment opportunities a real challenge. Whilst Hayden recognised that a traditional training and…
Amazing success for Jonti through COMPASS and partners COMPASS partner, Cornwall Neighbourhoods for Change (CN4C) worked in partnership with others to achieve an amazing success for Jonti, aged 18. He was struggling with home living arrangements, education, the authorities and experiencing behavioural challenges. But with the support he received he has gained an apprenticeship with…
Medifest 2022 We are delighted to have delivered Medifest working with and on behalf of Plymouth City Council on Monday 13th June at the Plymouth Guildhall. Medifest showcases the amazing careers in the Medical, Health, Science, Sport and Well-being sectors within the region. Hosting 700 young people from schools across the region, it was a…
COMPASS supports Max to build his confidence and skills COMPASS partner Whitehead Ross Education & Consulting, supported Max, aged 17 to find his direction. They supported him to build his confidence and skills after a bad experience in education. He completed a Level 1 employability City and Guilds course and is progressing onto a Traineeship!…
HWC helps Wayne achieved his dream of starting his own business Wayne has achieved his dream of starting his own valeting business thanks to his CSW Careers and Employability Adviser on Health Works for Cornwall. Wayne was advised and supported to apply for the New Enterprise Allowance Scheme. Wayne was made redundant a few years…