Since then, the scheme has gone from strength to strength and is now called the Apprenticeship Scheme (in recognition of the qualification that is attached to it) with over 50 people starting and completing the course over the past 4 years. Of those that have completed the scheme many have gone on to further full time work with St. Mungos or with other homelessness charities or slightly further afield. Read more about past achievements.
2011 recruits
In June 2011, over 150 people applied for the current intake of the Apprenticeship Scheme. 60 of these were shortlisted to attend an assessment day, and 14 were finally chosen as the successful candidates.
Those 14 started their 12 month, full time contracts with us in October 2011 working in one of St Mungo's accommodation projects or teams. They are being given dedicated support from St Mungo's Apprenticeship Coordinator and their new colleagues, and will be supported in applying for permanent jobs as they near the end of their contract. In addition, to their work placement they are working hard in the training room too, towards the Intermediate Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care qualification, which is delivered in conjunction with Opps Developments, our training partner.
Serena's story
"It's the first time I've done a job like this and I really love it. It's a fantastic opportunity for me to find a long term career in this kind of work but what I'm enjoying most is giving back to people, helping them with steps on their journey."
Serena, 28, became an apprentice project worker in July 2010. She spends half her week at the Wellbeing Centre and the other half at St Mungo's 54-bed hostel in Cromwell Road. Read Serena's story
Matthew's story
"My hope for the future is to finish my apprenticeship and get a job working for St Mungo's. I'd love to work with the outreach team. I'm really enjoying my work and am looking forward to learning more."
Matthew, 44, completed the 12 month apprenticeship as a St Mungo's project worker at Gray's Inn Road hostel in October 2011. Read Matthew's story
Winston's story
"The apprenticeship scheme saved my life."
Winston, 33, works as a St Mungo's project worker at Adamson Road supported housing project. Read Winston's story
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