The Room for Work programme supports people with experience ranging from administrative to managerial and professional roles. In 12 lessons, course participants learn current job search techniques, with an emphasis on networking, developing social media skills, improving CVs, and practising competency-based interviews. The course features tailored, one-to-one mentoring. There is a social benefit too: participants are less isolated in their time of unemployment, and they are encouraged to help each other.

Why the community needs us

The programme is delivered in small groups, where people have the opportunity to connect with others in the same situation. Participants gain motivation and confidence as they share their knowledge and skills. Personal networks are developed and improved. The Room for Work charity engages volunteers who bring value to their local community.

Our impact on the community

Room for Work started operations in October 2012. Since then, the programme has helped well over 600 people. Of those who attended regularly, 48% have found employment or started their own business. We are also seeing good job results during the pandemic. All attendees report increased confidence with job search and/or career change. 

"Room for Work hits the spot the Jobcentre can't reach," says Ian Speed, now re-employed.