Stories

Nikki pursued her passion for horticulture through the support of the partnership.

Nicola transitioned to a school-level job that fits her family life with the support of DGLEP.

Laura found the perfect work-life balance with a flexible job thanks to DGLEP and our partners at Care Training and Consultancy CIC, Dumfries and Galloway Citizens Advice Service and Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway.

Discover Giselle's path to becoming a mental health nursing student. With DGLEP's support, she found the confidence and resources to pursue her dreams.

Gail cherished her time as a stay-at-home mum, but she also wanted a fulfilling career that fit her family's schedule. With the support of DGLEP, she successfully moved into a learning assistant role that allows her to balance work and family life.

Through a Parental Employability Support Worker, Kat has since progressed into a 27 hour a week job as a classroom assistant within Dumfries and Galloway Council.

Dumfries and Galloway Council’s Employability and Skills Team and Youth Services have collaborated to create eight full time posts within the Youth Work service, funded by Kickstart and the Young Person’s Guarantee.

Through the DG Works and Scottish Childminding Association, Kate is now a childminder for 3 children from the comfort of her home.

Ian was referred to the Employability and Skills service by Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) after being made redundant from his job as a metal salvage worker.

This young person was referred to our service in summer 2020 looking for support in reaching a positive destination in employment. From the very first day they were actively participating in one-to-one sessions with their Employment Key Worker.