Inspiring Families

An employment programme in North and East London

Inspiring Families

The Inspiring Families programme was an initiative designed to help individuals improve their personal and family circumstances and get back into work.

Serco managed the Inspiring Families programme on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) in 10 boroughs of North and East London from January 2017 till June 2022. The programme was funded by the European Union through the European Social Fund.

Serco helped 5,315 people receive support through the programme with over 2,580 individuals getting into meaningful and sustainable employment.
 

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2580+ people have started work with support from Inspiring Families

Beth's Confidence Soars with Support from DABD

Beth registered with the Inspiring Families project wanting help to find secure employment, and support to help rebuild a career. She needed employment that would fit with the needs of her children and family life.

Rob starts work within a week of his interview with support from Groundwork

Rob is pleased to return to work and hopes to be given the opportunity to grow within the business.

Julia secures her ‘dream job’ with support from Catch22

Julia joined Inspiring Families and was surprised at the level of support available. She managed to build her confidence and landed her dream job with help from her adviser.

Ian finds the focus he needs to secure employment with support from Renaisi

Ian was made redundant from his job and started to lose his confdence. Following a tailored programme of support from his provider, he got back into employment.

Steph secures work in retail with support from Groundwork

Being unemployed for over 20 years did not stop Steph from securing a job she loves in her chosen sector, with a little help from her adviser. 

Graduate with caring responsibilities finds meaningful employment with Renaisi

“I was a registered young carer and often found myself worrying about my mother. I started working at Renaisi and after seven months got a promotion."

David returns to the hospitality industry following chronic illness with support from Groundwork

Long spells of unemployment due to a chronic health condition did not stop David from getting back to hospitality with support from Inspiring Families.

East Thames Housing help Rowan with confidence and work

The right skills training empowered Rowan to regain his confidence and get back into work through Inspiring Families.

Daniel refuses to let long-term unemployment and mental health concerns get in the way

“I want this job and don’t want my anxiety to be a barrier anymore”, said Daniel after receiving support from Groundwork. And he did it.

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Recent news

9th Feb 2017

New employment programme launched to support families in North and East London