Work Clubs off to flying start as MP’s visit shows
Fiona Bruce MP recently visited a ‘Work Club’ and found a much needed and worthwhile local service for those people seeking help in looking for, and acquiring, a job. Whilst there the MP met with Work Club Manager, Cath Barton, and job-seeker Steve Dodd who has successfully used the service.
Steve, who sought help getting extra training after losing his job in August, said “I could understand everything, I only went in last Thursday and within a week Cath’s really improved my CV, confirmed my training place, found the funding for it and I do it all next week!”
“A friend told me about this place and I’ve heard everyone who comes here says its spot on. I feel much more confident. I’m sure I’ll find a job soon.”
Cath Barton said “Success can be getting people a job but just as important is confidence building. I have a very down to earth approach so it’s really easy for people. I’m very pleased with the interest after just a month and am grateful to Plus Dane Housing for providing the premises for our Middlewich and Alsager clubs”
Adele Fletcher who oversees the work club project added that “Our Work Clubs also give an opportunity for individuals to get together to support each other...Work Clubs enable job searchers to widen their social networks and gain encouragement and support from their peers.”
The Work Clubs meet in Alsager, Congleton and Middlewich and provide such services as support with CVs, internet access, help completing application forms, opportunities to meet other jobseekers and local employers and information about courses and job opportunities. People can simply drop in to any of the sessions or can call 01260 290682. All services are provided completely free of charge.
After spending time at the Work Club, Fiona Bruce MP said “This Work Club has just the right approach – often it can be daunting if you are looking for a job and the friendly help provided, as well as the practical support with CV writing, applications and training opportunities, is just what people need – as Steve’s experience clearly shows.”
The work clubs are held in: Middlewich every Thursday 10am -12.30pm at 10 Dale Court, in Alsager every other Wednesday 2-4.30pm at 1 Grove Court, and at Congleton each Tuesday 10am-12pm at Congleton Learning Centre, Riverside, Mountbatten Way
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