Support with training, apprenticeships and employment

We are working with Project SEARCH, a leading charity that supports young people with learning disabilities and autism to move into work, to deliver a supported internship programme.

The programme is run in partnership with Runshaw College as the education provider, Lancashire County Council as the license holder, and Hft, a national charity supporting people with learning disabilities to live their best lives as the supported employment provider.

If you live in a Progress Housing Group property and are looking for a new opportunity or to expand your skills and experience, then Brighter Futures could be for you!

Brighter Futures offers fully paid job placements for six months in a variety of departments from project administration to housing operations and customer service.

Our Brighter Futures programme is a six-month paid job at Progress Housing Group, funded by our Community Investment Fund. The roles are for 25 hours per week, paid at Voluntary Living Wage.

It provides a fully funded opportunity for people who live in our properties to gain skills and experience working in a dynamic and exciting environment. 

What kind of roles are there?

There’s lots to get stuck into - whether you have a passion for projects, want to master a new trade or have a burning desire to make a difference in your community.

We will coach you 100% of the way - so you can gain confidence, new skills, and a great CV and make new friends along the way. 

What if I don’t have a lot of work experience?

Don’t worry; all you need is a positive attitude and willingness to get involved and into work. 

Interested?

Contact us on 0333 320 4555 and ask to speak to the Progress Futures Team, or email your name and contact number to futures@progressgroup.org.uk.

Once registered, you’ll be assigned an officer to support you through the application process and throughout your Brighter Futures journey. 

Let's make this happen!

Apprenticeships combine on-the-job practical training and studying. They are a great way to learn a trade while earning a wage.

We’d especially like to hear from anyone living in one of our homes or communities and will prioritise our apprenticeship roles for tenants and their families.

We might be able to help you by:

• Finding an apprenticeship
• Providing apprenticeships within Progress Housing Group and sometimes within other companies
• Helping you with applications
• Practising interview techniques
• Providing practical help such as temporary childcare or a contribution for transport costs while going to interviews
• Providing you with friendly help, support and encouragement throughout your search for an apprenticeship.

Interested?

Contact us at 0333 320 4555 and ask to speak to the Progress Futures Team, or email your name and contact number to  futures@progressgroup.org.uk.

We can help with:

• Arranging training in job skills
• Arranging work experience either with Progress Housing Group or in other organisation
• Helping you to prepare CVs or application forms
• Practising interview techniques
• Providing practical help such as temporary childcare or a contribution towards transport costs while going to job interviews
• We provide you with friendly help, support, and encouragement throughout your job search.

Interested?

Contact us at 0333 320 4555 and ask to speak to the Progress Futures Team, or email your name and contact number to  futures@progressgroup.org.uk.

Why not drop in and see us at our weekly sessions?

We can help you with:

• Providing traineeships within Progress Housing Group and sometimes within other companies
• Arranging training in basic job skills, especially for you
• Helping you to apply for training courses with local colleges
• Helping with the cost of training or training materials
• Providing you with friendly help, support and encouragement throughout.

Interested?

Contact us at 0333 320 4555 and ask to speak to the Progress Futures Team, or email your name and contact number to  futures@progressgroup.org.uk.

Register at my.progressfuture portal to access loads of free resources, manage your progress and securely message our team.