National Careers Week – David Roe National Careers Week is taking place from 6th – 11th March and is a one-week celebration of careers guidance and free resources in education across the UK. Their aim is to provide a focus for careers guidance activity at an important stage in the academic calendar to help support young…
COMPASS committed to Equality and Diversity A referral was made from a mum for whom English is the second language for her 15-year-old. She was seeking some support for her son to help him move forwards after completing his GCSE studies. Her limited English meant she found it difficult to understand information so she was…
From homeless and sofa surfing to full time employment The young person (John) learnt about COMPASS through his Personal advisor for the 16+ team and started working with the Carefree COMPASS Key Worker almost a year ago. This young person was homeless and sofa surfing at a friend’s; this was causing the young person to…
In this article we’ll explore and address some of the questions and perceived complexities of taking on an apprentice within your SME. Throughout our years of facilitating training and providing upskilling opportunities we’ve heard the full spectrum of responses to the concept of apprenticeships. From concern over the potential cost and workload implications to outstanding,…
Growing Futures for P with help from COMPASS P had been home schooled for a few years before joining Newquay Orchard in December 2021. He has ASD and needed support around time management, asserting himself and finding a direction for his future. He was looking for a new education provision, the chance to learn new…
New Horizon for George George was removed from school in Year 9 by his mum as he was not achieving and was getting into the wrong company. She elected to home school him, but found this very challenging. George has a diagnosis for dyslexia and dyscalculia. His mum heard about COMPASS partner Whitehead Ross, through…
Nev, HWC & The Mobile Library Neville Morrish, Health Works for Cornwall Career & Employability Adviser What a great experience!! I have lived in Cornwall now for over 9 years now, but I still felt like I was on a magical mystery tour. I visited towns and villages I had never been aware of and…
A is still ‘mind blown’ that their Key Worker and #Focus5 could do this for them A was referred to the project looking to progress towards education, employment or training but due to their chronic anxiety, PTSD, autism and chronic pain this would need to be managed in small steps. A is very keen to…
Cally When Cally was referred to COMPASS she was living with multiple conditions which affect her health and ability to work such as chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, ADHD and Dyslexia. Before she developed ME and chronic fatigue, Cally was working, leading a really active lifestyle and was a regular at the gym. However, as her health…
Developing effective strategies to reduce the impact of anxiety This young person and her family recently moved to the area from London and were unfamiliar with local post 16 options and the transition process from Year 11. The young person suffers with a high level of anxiety which resulted in her not attending school and…
Independent and loving life! Morgan has made huge progress thanks to Cornwall Neighbourhoods for Change on the COMPASS project, from making new friends, wild swimming for mental well-being, to having his first ever work experience placement at a local cattery. Morgan has progressed onto work experience at Lowena Farm and now has a placement at…
In uncertain times it may feel counterproductive to spend time and money upskilling an established team. In actual fact, investing in your team right now by upskilling is one of the best things you can do for your business. Especially when a huge variety of diverse skill development opportunities are available FULLY FUNDED through SMART…
Alyshia says BRING IT ON! Alyshia felt lost after finishing an apprenticeship; unemployed, her confidence was knocked. With Cornwall Neighbourhoods for Change, she got the support she needed on the COMPASS project. This included CV writing, job applications, practicing interview skills, confidence building, including going with her COMPASS Support Worker to the gym for well-being. …
Happy Endings and Exciting New Beginnings When Key Worker Kerren started working with this young lady she had numerous health conditions that affect her mobility, to the extent that she could not stand for more than a few minutes. This affected her confidence, self-esteem and ability to do ‘normal’ activities that many young people enjoy.…
