A man from Telford has returned to work after receiving help from County Training to rebuild his confidence.
Lone parent David Faulkner, 52, from Brookside had been out of work for 11 months, having previously worked as a telephonist and Warehouse Operative.
David said “Due to personal reasons, my confidence was low and I really felt that my age was against me in finding work. I came to County Training in August 2010, looking for help and support.”
David was referred to County Training by Jobcentre Plus on the ESF Flexible Routeway programme.
This provides individuals with the personalised one-to-one support, advice and guidance they need to help overcome barriers to work and progress into sustainable employment.
During his time with County Training, David received support with CV and cover letter writing, and assisted him with job search. David said “County Training encouraged me to become more positive and, through interaction with other clients through a personalised schedule, improved my self confidence. They also provided a listening service to support me.”
David also achieved a Reach Forklift Licence, Health and Safety in the Workplace and Emergency First at Work qualifications, and also attended a Sales Academy to explore a career in Sales.
In November 2010, David successfully applied for a position as a Warehouse Supervisor at a lighting solutions company in Telford. David’s responsibilities are stock control, loading of delivery vehicles, checking of delivery notes, maintaining computer records and managing a team of three staff. David said “I am so pleased to have found employment in an area that I have experience in, it has really helped to increase my confidence in so many ways. To have more responsibilities within my role and to be responsible for other staff is something that I really enjoy.”
County Training, the largest training provider in Shropshire, has a vast experience of working with unemployed adults and moving them into work and can assist individuals throughout the county.
Councillor Steve Charmley, Portfolio Holder for Culture and Leisure, commented “County Training help approximately 150 people per month into employment assisting individuals overcome complex barriers to change their lives. David is a great example of how someone, through support and guidance, can gain employment. If you are unemployed and need assistance in seeking work, call County Training today.”
If you are an employer considering recruiting new staff, County Training work with a number of unemployed individuals seeeking opportuniities, alternatively, if you don’t have a vacancy but think you may be able to offer a work experience placement, please contact County Training, 01743 255191 for more information.