Case Studies

The Employability project has helped facilitate many positive experiences for disabled people and employers. A number of case studies are featured here for your information.

 
Chris Mallows
Chris is a young person who was keen to move into employment. He recognised that he needed support to do so and asked Kathy May from Morrison Trust to assist him. More...
Marks & Spencer (Newcastle)
Brydie White, a student at Northern Counties College, has been given the fantastic opportunity of a two term work placement at Marks & Spencer (Newcastle).  More...
Work is the Spice of Life for Richard
Like any young adult Richard Hull is keen to spice up his life, get a job, stand on his own two feet and live independently. But without the support of a Learning and Skills Council (LSC) backed initiative at the Percy Hedley Foundation's specialist Northern Counties College, his dreams may never have come true.  More...
Disability North
Joe Ayton, Employability Officer with the Employability Project, interviewed Janice Shippen about her voluntary role at Disability North.  More...
Jane Posts Notice Of Her Work Ambitions
Having gained the stamp of approval for her efforts whilst on a work placement, Jane Wilson is really looking forward to completing her studies and starting a job. More...
Developing New Skills at the Linskill Centre
Alan Wilson, a disabled resident of Chipchase House, Percy Hedley Foundation, has started as a volunteer at the Linskill Centre in North Shields. As part of the Employability Project, Alan is now attending the centre for two days a week. More ...