Hello – I’m Frances and though new to Barnardo’s I have a background developing workshops, running events all aimed at encouraging young people to think about their futures and to develop new skills within the HE sector. I’m excited to be heading up the Jobs project in Stockton and to bring this exciting opportunity and project to the area!
Fun fact about me: I’m a huge Musical theatre fan – You’ll struggle to find a musical soundtrack I haven’t listened too.
Hi, my name is Arun, and I am the project worker for the JOBS Project in Coventry.
I have previous experience in teaching, mentoring, and facilitation, and I hope to bring those skills to this role.
I enjoy being active, playing football, badminton, and walking my dog! I have always worked with young people, which I enjoy doing, so I am excited to be working with the young people on this project.
Hi, I’m Christian, Project Worker for the JOBS project in Bristol.
I have a proven background in the tertiary education sector as a Teacher and in a managerial capacity. I have supported and uplifted people from all backgrounds over the last 15 years. I’m hoping to use this experience to have a positive impact in my role at Barnardo’s.
I was up until recently a keen rugby player and now coach a senior and junior rugby team. I’m also a musician and perform in a band.
Hi, I’m Emma and I work as a Project Worker on The JOBS Project.
I am experienced in delivering Personal Development and Employability Programmes, and, working with partner organisations to maximise support and opportunities for participants.
I thoroughly enjoy encouraging and empowering people to help them overcome barriers to progression and achieve their goals.
We are pleased to announce that our NEW London Jobs project site is now up and running. The new location is situated in Crystal Palace and straddles the boundaries of five London Boroughs: Bromley, Croydon, Lambeth, Southwark, and Lewisham. We are looking forward to supporting and building connections in the area with referral partners and employers to continue to support young people into employment.
Hi There … Lisa here
Let me introduce myself … I am new to the Barnardo’s family, but I am not new to working with young people.
For the last 27 years I have worked in FE colleges, supporting young people with their chosen vocations & career choices
My role here at Barnardo’s on The JOBS Project is to ensure our young people are engaged, motivated & feel inspired throughout their journey to employment
My teaching experience has given me a wealth of knowledge of which I am passionate about sharing with young people starting out in their working life
I look forward to meeting you on ‘The JOBSs Project’
I am an employability and training professional with over 10 years’ experience in working with a range of un-employed and economically inactive young people to address barriers to employment and career progression by providing bespoke support, advice and guidance through a wide range of facilitative training, talent development and learning techniques pertaining to the focus on skill enhancement to meet the expectations of today’s workplace.
I have a passion for people development and helping individuals identify, aspire to, and take steps to fulfil their own unique potential beyond ‘work skills’ to sustainable employment.
I believe that a work life balance is important for everyone. Outside of work I am multi-disciplined Martial Artist and hold the rank of ‘Nidan’ and run a Martial Arts School. I have found that Martial Arts like many of my hobbies coordinates the mind and body to respond calmly to stress in everyday situations in healthy measured ways.
Chris is a member of the Project Worker Team.
He supports the young people on The JOBS Project, helping to build their confidence and skills so they can explore different opportunities. He also helps them to develop career management skills, such as CV writing and interview techniques, through group work and 1-2-1 sessions.
Chris’s Fun Fact: “I am a cat dad of 2 – Bond and Moneypenny – I am a fan of James Bond!
The JOBS project is a partnership between Amazon and Barnardo’s to get young people aged 18 to 29 into employment with 7 sites currently open across the United Kingdom.
The JOBS Project Training and Delivery Manager for the Midlands and South – Mandeep Bassan has this to say about a recent generous contribution to the programme of interview clothing from the award winning Jermyn Street Design:
“As part of a positive experience through The JOBS Project, we aim to equip young people will skills, knowledge, and resources to support them into employment. One of these support mechanisms is to provide young people with interview clothing, and we have been able to enhance this element of the project with JSD’s generous provision of quality garments. Young people have been able to use these for their interviews as well as keep for the future. On behalf of myself, the team and each young person you have supported, I would like to say a huge thank you to the JSD team.”
Jerymn Street Design’s – Sustainability Specialist Lisa Cunningham-Sherret, who has facilitated the contribution of interview clothing alongside Lisa Whiteaker – Client Services Manager had the following to say:
“JSD have over 65 world-leading clients in more than 80 countries across the globe, Jermyn Street Design helps business build brand value through award-winning uniform designs, ethical and sustainable production practices, and promotion of wearer well-being and productivity. Innovation lies at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on pushing the boundaries of creativity and design, ensuring that our custom clothing reflects your brand identity but also sets you apart.
Supporting a good cause like Barnardo’s not only benefits the organisation itself but also promotes sustainability. These garments serve a crucial role in empowering the youth during job interviews, helping them present themselves professionally and confidently. JSD takes pride in supporting projects like this, as they align with our values of social responsibility and sustainability, enabling us to make a positive difference in the lives of young people while fostering a more inclusive and environmentally conscious society.”