“The Work Programme has been brilliant, it has pushed me in the direction that I needed to go.”

Since I began childminding nearly 10 years ago, there have been a lot of changes;

Justin had been unemployed for two years when he was referred to the Work Programme. After two years of unsuccessfully applying for jobs his confidence and self-esteem had been knocked. Justin also needed support to improve his employability skills.

Emma, from Medway, was helped to prepare for her inspection by the Prospects Medway Early Year’s Team.

Sarah, a childminder from Medway, recently received childminding support, advice on paperwork and three support home visits from the Prospects team.