Parents and families

All pages relating to parents and families.

Gail's journey to employment

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.

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Laura's journey to employment

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.

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Ian’s Story

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.

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