Centrepoint Employer Best Practice Guide
This guide outlines key changes that employers can make to improve recruitment and employment practices and support homeless young people to access work.
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Maizen’s story: Boxing helped me to feel brand new
Maizen came to Centrepoint four months ago, after the home that he was staying in with his father became unsuitable. He’s now well on his way to getting his engineering qualification and has plans to work in aeronautical engineering in the future.
Cornelius and Kingsley’s story: Growing in skills and confidence
Kingsley and Cornelius took part in a four-week work placement with award-winning ground maintenance provider, Idverde to help develop their skills and confidence. Our training team helped to support them with developing functional skills, employability advice and taking that next step into the working world.
Raza's story: I want to be a better person and do stuff with my life
Raza, 20, came to Centrepoint following a family breakdown where he ended up sofa surfing. He's now completed his SIA security training and is looking forward to a future in security.
Making work pay in supported accommodation
Supported housing is designed to help people build the skills and confidence needed to live independently, with a key focus on improving their employment prospects. By offering stability and tailored support, it provides a crucial stepping stone toward long-term work and financial independence.
BP’s story: Just keep doing what you’re doing
BP, 19, was referred to Centrepoint by his social work team three years ago. After a series of injuries stopped his career in football, he's recently completed his security training and is now looking for roles that work for him.
Going for Bronze – Salem, Cobey and Owen’s Duke of Edinburgh experience
This year, three young people supported by Centrepoint's Bradford services, have completed their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh award. This story follows their experiences through the different stages of the award, and their journey with Centrepoint, as they move towards independence.
Chloe’s story: Don’t be ashamed of the way you are
Chloe, 23, came to Centrepoint a year ago when her mum was taken to hospital after suffering a stroke. Following a family breakdown, Chloe sofa surfed with a cousin, until she was referred to Centrepoint for support. She's now about to start an apprenticeship with the local authority and looking to move into a place of her own.
Akhida’s story: You will have a better life ahead
Akhida, 26, came to the UK from Bangladesh at 16, following an arranged marriage. However, she soon had to flee her home due to domestic abuse and the council referred her to Centrepoint for floating support. Akhida is now working full time and looking to go to university to help her become a social worker.
Jess’s story: I’m proud of myself for everything I’ve been through
Jess was referred to Centrepoint when due to unforeseen circumstances, she had to leave her family home. She was denied support from the council and applied to Centrepoint’s Independent Living Programme. After applying to the programme, she was quickly accepted and stayed at the rent-capped accommodation for two years. She recently bought her first home at auction and is excited to start making the place feel like her own.