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Amazing work at the stables!

One of our students, Nekiba, has been doing a work placement at Ebony Stables and what a difference staff have seen her in the time that she has been there. Nekiba didn’t get too close to the horses when she …
6th April 2022

Celebrating Mother’s Day

Jordan, a WorkStart student who works at Croydon Vision was at the centre when staff put on a Prosecco lunch for Mother’s Day. He spent the morning handing out flowers to the members. We are so proud of the great …
27th March 2022

Taster days coming up!

Looking to develop your work and career prospects with a supported internship at the London Borough of Hillingdon? Then we have the programme for you. Places available for September 2022 The London Borough of Hillingdon in partnership with Orchard Hill …
16th March 2022

ProjectSearch students gain employment!

Three of our students from last year have gained jobs in the Technical Administration Team at the Civic Centre in Hillingdon. We couldn’t be prouder of them all for the hard work and dedication they put into their course and …
16th February 2022

Students Volunteering in the Christmas Holidays!

Over the Christmas holidays, Jordan and Curtis, two of our WorkStart students volunteered to help out with the Christmas lunch at Croydon Vision. Unfortunately, due to restrictions the lunch itself was cancelled, but that didn’t stop them; they decided to …
4th January 2022

A new apprentice!

Louis joined a WorkStart course at the college following a period of unemployment and being unsure of his career path after finishing school. Louis demonstrated excellent ICT and organisational skills during his course. His hard work and determination lead him …
18th October 2021

A budding photographer

One WorkStart student Paul has a great talent for photography in his spare time. He is currently working in the Reprographics Department at Guy’s Hospital, where his manager has asked if they can showcase his work in the print room! …
15th October 2021

The greatest gift

Student, Jack is a very big Crystal Palace fan and was delighted when Caretaker, Rob, managed to get him a signed shirt from his favourite player! Jack said “I can’t believe it, I am so happy!” Big thank you to …
30th August 2021

Visit from Sussex and Gatwick Police

Big thank you to Sussex and Gatwick Police for coming to visit our WorkStart students this week to talk about keeping safe online and in the community and the role of the police. What a great session, we look forward to …
15th July 2021

Project Search Herb Garden

Our Supported Interns, who are working with Hillingdon Civic Centre have come together to build their very own herb garden. At the start of the year, our interns got together to think of various projects that they could do to …
27th May 2021

Getting back to work!

WorkStart student Sean was excited to be able to get back to work recently. Sean works at the Cornerhouse Tearoom, part of Priscilla’s Playhouse, he was able to support his employer by leafleting in the local area to promote the …
26th April 2021

National Careers Week 2021

It is National Careers Week 2021 and to celebrate we wanted to showcase some of the opportunities available through our WorkStart courses. All our courses provide opportunities for students to gain work experience in their chosen area, while gaining employability …
3rd March 2021