Your Stories
People are at the heart of everything we do at Seetec. We love sharing your stories and achievements and hope others may be inspired to join us for support.
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From signed-off to starting over: Cornish pensioner turns setback into stylish comeback
Read the story: From signed-off to starting over: Cornish pensioner turns setback into stylish comebackMeet Mo, a bold, brilliant and now business-owning pensioner from Cornwall, whose life took an unexpected turn when a physical injury and ongoing mental health challenges brought her 40-year catering career to a halt.
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Breaking Records and Barriers to Work: Riley Snookers Life’s Challenges
Read the story: Breaking Records and Barriers to Work: Riley Snookers Life’s ChallengesYoung snooker prodigy, Riley, a treble winning Cuestars champion, has been supported by Seetec to overcome his barriers to work
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Bournemouth Restart Scheme helps Becky to her first paid job
Read the story: Bournemouth Restart Scheme helps Becky to her first paid job“I can finally buy a handbag – and I earned it thanks to the Bournemouth Restart Scheme.” For 39-year-old Becky from Bournemouth, getting her first paid job wasn’t just about earning money.
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Michael cruises into security sector with Restart Scheme
Read the story: Michael cruises into security sector with Restart SchemeMichael is a keen and committed motorcyclist and a motorbike ride into Europe has long been on his bucket list. Thanks to Seetec and the Restart Scheme, it’s now looking more likely!
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Karl’s career journey – from housing help to business growth
Read the story: Karl’s career journey – from housing help to business growthDiscover how Karl adapted to change; navigating the challenges of today’s digital job-market while living with dyslexia to succeed as a Business Development Officer.
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From breakdown to breakthrough – Polly’s journey back to work
Read the story: From breakdown to breakthrough – Polly’s journey back to workPolly overcame her mental health challenges to find her dream career path.
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Seetec apprentice finds herself top of the class
Read the story: Seetec apprentice finds herself top of the classCoralene followed an apprenticeship with Seetec, only to find out she had achieved the best result, nationally, and was presented with an award. It’s been a huge help in her battle against self-doubt.
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Crafting a comeback: Saddler returns to work after maternity break
Read the story: Crafting a comeback: Saddler returns to work after maternity breakAfter a two-year break to raise her children, skilled saddler Emily sought support from the National Careers Service to re-enter the workforce.
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How Yep! helped Alex overcome barriers and secure an apprenticeship
Read the story: How Yep! helped Alex overcome barriers and secure an apprenticeshipA very special story from one of our Yep! participants, whose life has made a huge turn around for the better.
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From receptionist to retail: Sandy’s career transformation
Read the story: From receptionist to retail: Sandy’s career transformationSandy, a veterinary receptionist from Yeovil, found herself facing redundancy. Feeling apprehensive about her future, she reached out to National Careers Service.
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Recovering from redundancy
Read the story: Recovering from redundancyRedundancy left Angela feeling low in confidence, she didn’t know who to turn to for support. With her mental health in decline, Angela spoke to her Jobcentre Plus work coach who referred her to WHP Pioneer.
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Single parent, Maya, finds self-employment the ideal answer to managing childcare
Read the story: Single parent, Maya, finds self-employment the ideal answer to managing childcareSeetec and the Restart Scheme support Maya into a flexible self-employment role and help solve her childcare challenge
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