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Employment support

Practical support to explore work, prepare applications, build confidence and choose training that supports personal goals.

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Move towards work one step at a time.

Choose a starting point based on the goal you are working towards now.

Job search support

Explore suitable roles, build a manageable search routine and get help preparing for applications and interviews.

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CV writing help

Turn skills, experience, interests and volunteering into a clear CV that can be adapted for different opportunities.

Employment skills guidance

Apprenticeships

A support worker may help residents explore suitable paid-work and learning options and prepare an application. A role or course is not guaranteed.

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Training and skills

Build practical, digital, personal and employment skills through supportive learning at a realistic pace.

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Volunteering opportunities

Gain experience, meet people and contribute to the community through suitable volunteering opportunities.

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Preparing for work

Build confidence around routines, communication, workplace expectations and asking for reasonable support.

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Related guidance

Build skills and experience.

These pages bring together employment guidance, resident training and volunteering opportunities.

Need more help?

Talk to the SLS team.

Residents can speak to their support team, or use the contact form for a non-urgent housing or support question.