IMPACT
Our services have a real impact on peoples confidence and skills and help them access exciting opportunities.
We are really proud to share some of the stories and achievements from across the Employment, Skills and Learning services.
Moving In, Moving On, Moving Up: Pete’s Journey Into Employment
When Pete first engaged with Skills Connect, he was determined to rebuild his life and return to work after a period of unemployment. Despite facing significant challenges with his health, mental wellbeing, and housing situation, Pete […]
From Jobcentre to Two Jobs: Chay’s WE Work Story
Chay heard about WE Work for Everyone at his local Jobcentre and decided to join the programme. Before joining WE Work, Chay felt anxious about finding a job. He also found social situations difficult. He says: […]
Returning to Work: Michelle’s WorkWell Story
Michelle was off sick with work-related stress linked to a prolonged grievance process, worsened by Borderline Personality Disorder and menopause symptoms. Delays and lack of agreed workplace adjustments prevented her return, significantly affecting her mental health, […]
Nervous Novice to Award-Winning Bricklayer: Ellie’s story
My apprenticeship journey Hello! I’m Ellie and I’m studying a Level 3 Craft Bricklayer apprenticeship with On Site Bristol. And I am On Site Bristol’s 2026 Apprentice of the Year! But that’s jumping ahead. I wanted […]
Apprentice Success at Regional Competition
This week, we were incredible pleased to see the success of two On Site Bristol bricklaying apprentices who competed in the Guild of Bricklayers Regional Competition yesterday. Molly, employed by Matt Burrows, delivered an outstanding performance […]
Getting support and finding work: Olu’s Skills Connect and Inclusive Career Pathways journey
When Olu, a trained dentist, moved to the UK, he had an aim to find work in a health or social care setting. However, since he arrived, Olu was only able to find work in support […]
Increased confidence through training and free bus travel: Joe’s Youth Guarantee experience
Before being referred to the South Bristol Youth Guarantee by one of Bristol Post 16’s career coaches, 17-year-old Joe was NEET (Not in Education, Employment or Training). With low confidence following negative experiences during school and […]
Building her confidence and finding a community: Chantelle’s 100 Women journey
Chantelle, a mother of six, began her route to the 100 Women project through her connections with other women at a local baby group. Following the difficult birth of her youngest son, Chantelle felt isolated, haunted […]
Recognising achievement: Young Parents celebrate their English and Maths success
The Young Parents Team, part of Bristol City Council’s Post 16 service, have been supporting classes of young parents with studying for their English and Maths Functional Skills qualifications. In July 2025, the group met for […]
Finding work through lasting connections: Dan’s experience with the Post 16 Team
18-year-old Dan has faced multiple barriers on his journey through education and into employment, including a difficult transition into post-16 life. “I’ve been a young carer my whole life, in school I had quite poor attendance […]