Work Experience & Volunteering

Our paid work experience programmes give individuals that vital first rung of valuable work experience to kick start careers. Not only will you gain necessary skills and work experience but you will also attain necessary training to help you secure a role in the future. We have both 12 week programmes and 26 week programmes available which can provide valuable experience as well as accredited training.  Areas include Furniture Upcycling, Painting and Decorating, Printing and Embroidery and Carpentry Skills Woodworking. We can also work with you to develop your skills with our host employers as well as voluntary opportunities which cover a wide remit of areas – we are currently working to develop this further however it is likely you will be able to choose from a range of areas including office work, retail and services.

Individuals once registered with us will be supported by our Future Jobs Team to align in training and mentoring support to enable you to make the most of your work experience – so make that first step and give us a call on 01475 553300 or email us at appointments@the-trust.org.uk