Leslie changes a bad experience into a great new job
Leslie, moved from job to job after a serious injury but he couldn’t find a role that suited his needs. Why did Leslie join Fair Start...
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Mar 20, 2020
Message from Brian Bell, CEO
I’m sure like others you have many concerns and are feeling quite anxious at what is a difficult time for most of us. The impact is...
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Mar 11, 2020
Fair Start Scotland exceeds Simon’s expectations
Simon was referred to Fair Start Scotland by his local Jobcentre Plus in Dunfermline after being unemployed for a long period of time....
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Feb 25, 2020
Gayle from Scottish Borders has nothing but praise for Fair Start Scotland.
Gayle joined the Fair Start Scotland service after being unemployed since 2013 and she was provided an outstanding experience from the...
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Feb 18, 2020
Terry turns his life around after failure of his business
Terry spiralled into a bad situation after his business partners left him struggling mentally and financially. Why did Terry join Fair...
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Feb 14, 2020
Sarah starts the transition from Universal Credit to full-time employment
Sarah wanted to become more independent in her professional and personal life, but her lack of self-confidence was holding her back. Why...
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Feb 6, 2020
Simon begins his dream in IT with support from Ardrossan team
Simon had been a carer for is mother for several years and during this time he was unable to find a job that provided him the flexibility...
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Jan 13, 2020
Dylan fulfils his dream of working in retail with support from Fair Start Scotland.
Dylan felt held back from going for his dream job in retail and he needed help from Fair Start Scotland to become more confident. Why did...
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Dec 30, 2019
Douglas connects with his Personal Adviser and triumphs with Fair Start Scotland
Douglas has been living with Autism and found it hard to understand the process of getting a job but he connected with Colm from the...
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Dec 9, 2019
Former teacher builds her own business with support from Fair Start Scotland
Heather was working as a teacher in a school in Germany, but her health deteriorated, and she was forced to come back home to Ayrshire to...
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Nov 22, 2019
Leah secures a retail role after her first interview with help from our Employer Services
Leah’s anxiety and nerves held her back from working in the field of her dreams. Why Leah joined Fair Start Scotland Leah arrived to the...
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Nov 15, 2019
Gemma, single mother of three gains work experience with Fair Start Scotland.
Gemma, is a single mother who had never been in paid work. She had experience working in volunteering roles, but she needed security for...
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Nov 7, 2019
Tamzin finds Fair Start Scotland on Facebook and secures paid work
Tamzin, 17 years old builds her confidence within months of being joining Fair Start Scotland. Why Tamzin joined Fair Start Scotland...
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Oct 16, 2019
Single mum of three gets support into part-time employment
Janet had spent years looking after her young sons and daughter, she felt disconnected from what she wanted to do in her career.
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Oct 11, 2019
Heather comes a long way after 10 years out of work.
Why Heather joined Fair Start Scotland Heather was unemployed for over 10 years due to health and mobility problems. She suffered from...
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Oct 8, 2019
William encourages others to join Fair Start Scotland after one to one support a year on
William worked for a number of years as a baker’s assistant and as a kitchen porter but he found himself unexpectedly unemployed. William...
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Oct 1, 2019
James comes back from rock bottom
James from Govan learns to manage his temper and build his skills with help and support from Fair Start Scotland.
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Sep 24, 2019
Dawid re-builds his life after a life changing biking accident
Dawid joined the Fair Start Scotland service to re-build his life after a life changing biking accident which left him learning how to walk
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Sep 16, 2019
Simon gets digital
A Theatre and Arts enthusiast from Musselburgh looks to get into employment using his passion in IT. Why Simon joined the Fair Start...
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Sep 6, 2019
Stuart gets green fingers with Fair Start Scotland
‘’I would highly recommend joining StartScotland as without them I would still be looking for a job.”
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