For those looking for work
Our team offers support to people in Calderdale aged 16 years and over to find work, training or apprenticeships.
We also work with some great partners and can connect you to the support you may need with:
- Counselling.
- Debt management.
- Housing support.
- Training.
If you are looking for a job, we can support you to:
- Appraise and talk about your skills with confidence.
- Write a strong CV and cover letter.
- Search and apply for jobs.
- Complete forms.
- Prepare for an interview.
If you need to build your confidence, get experience and improve your CV, we can help you find work trials.
There may be barriers you may experience that stop you from finding your ideal career, job or chance to train. Our specialist advisors can support you with:
- Career change.
- Self-employment.
- Promotion opportunities.
- Changing jobs.
If you are not quite ready for work, we can offer mentoring support. This aims to increase confidence, develop your CV and improve your skills. It will enable you to be ready for work when the time is right. We also work with some great partners and can connect you to the support you may need, such as:
- Budgeting courses.
- Housing support.
- Childcare support.
- Training.
To find out more, please contact us:
- Email: growyourfuture@calderdale.gov.uk.
- Find us on Facebook: @GrowYourFutureCalderdale.
- Follow us on Twitter: @GrowYourFuture.
Meet the team
Joanne, Employment Hub manager
When I was young, I wanted to be
- A Police Officer! An aspiration brought about by too much time spent watching TV police dramas!
The best job I ever had was
- When I worked as a cleaner for the NHS when I was 18. It was a brilliant, formative experience. I met lots of different people and learnt how to use a buffer!
What gives me job satisfaction?
- When I solve problems and deliver a service that makes a positive impact.
Who is my role model?
- Maggi Hambling! Works hard, lives creatively and speaks her mind!
Brad, Business engagement officer
When I was young, I wanted to be
- I have always wanted to own my own bar!
The best job I ever had was
- When I worked for one of the largest conference venues in London as their Business Development Manager.
What gives me job satisfaction?
- Always making sure the client and the customer are happy.
Who is my role model?
- Elon Musk!
Evie, Client Advisor
When I was young, I wanted to be
- A vet. I have always loved animals, but then I realised I would have to study at university for over 7 years!
The best job I ever had was
- When I worked at Download festival in 2014. I loved every minute of it and got to see some great bands.
What gives me job satisfaction?
- I love to support people to move onto the next chapter in their lives.
Who is my role model?
- My sister-in-law! She has worked hard to become successful and has taught me that anything is possible.
Sarah, Client Advisor
When I was young, I wanted to be
- A pop singer!
The best job I ever had was
- Besides what I do now! It was when I worked for Workwise and helped clients with disabilities into work.
What gives me job satisfaction?
- When I make a difference to other people's lives.
Who is my role model?
- The Queen!
Michele, Client Advisor
When I was young, I wanted to be
- Either a hairdresser or a nurse!
The best job I ever had was
- A waitress in a hotel restaurant, as I worked as one throughout school and college. I loved it, as all my friends worked there too so it was good fun. It also kept me very slim, as I was ran around all the time!
What gives me job satisfaction?
- When I help people to become confident and achieve their goals.
Who is my role model?
- The Queen! She has been in her role for 70 long years and has been an inspiration to so many people. She has not always had it easy, but has always kept on going. She is always dressed perfect too, bless her!