by Kieron McCarthy | Jan 15, 2026
Join Our Team | Build Your Future | Be Supported Every Step of the Way
At Corserv, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to build a positive and sustainable future. As a Care Leaver, you bring resilience, independence and potential and we are committed to supporting you to succeed.
Working together to improve the lives of people in our communities is at the heart of everything we do. From infrastructure and transport to housing, environmental services and business support, our work helps communities thrive, stay connected and grow.
When you join Corserv, you’ll become part of a trusted, inclusive and collaborative organisation that values your wellbeing, development and long-term success.
Our Mission
Our Vision
Our Values
- Inclusive – We are considerate and respectful of our people and the communities and environment we work in
- Collaborative – We work together and support one another to serve our communities
- Trusted – We are open, honest and do what we say we’ll do
- Committed – We are dedicated to being the best at everything we do
What We Offer
Employment & Career Opportunities
- Entry-level roles across Corserv Group companies
- Apprenticeships and Academy opportunities
- Traineeships and early careers pathways
- Work experience placements
- Taster days to explore roles and workplaces
- Guaranteed interviews for suitable roles
Employability & Preparation Support
- CV and cover letter support sessions
- Mock interviews and interview practice days
- Careers hubs and recruitment events
- Job shadowing opportunities, including “A Day in the Life of a CEO”
- Calendar of careers and employability events (in development)
Experience, Volunteering & Insight
- Volunteering opportunities within Corserv and local communities
- Access to supported internships and volunteering pathways
- Opportunities to attend insight events and open days
Ongoing Support
- Named contacts and line manager support during transition into work
- Flexible working options, where role requirements allow
- Coaching, mentoring and development opportunities
Working in Partnership with Carefree
Corserv is proud to work in collaboration with Carefree, supporting wider employability initiatives for young people. Through this partnership, you can access additional tailored support, coaching sessions, employability programmes and opportunities designed to build confidence, skills and readiness for work.
You can find out more about these employability initiatives when you register your interest.
Early Careers and Entry-Level Roles
Opportunities may include roles in:
- Apprenticeships
- Trainee and entry-level operational roles
- Business support and administration
- Technical, environmental and infrastructure services
- Customer-facing and community-based roles
You’ll gain hands-on experience, develop new skills and build a career that makes a real difference locally.
Learning, Development and Progression
We are committed to helping you grow:
- Investment in training and Continued Professional Development (CPD)
- Access to learning platforms and funded qualifications (role dependent)
- Clear pathways to progress within Corserv
- Opportunities to become a Safeguarding Advocate, Health & Wellbeing Champion or Mental Health First Aider
Our Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing and work–life balance, including:
- Generous pension scheme with employer contribution
- Holiday starting at 23 days (pro rata), rising to 28 days with service, plus bank holidays
- Option to buy up to 5 additional days’ annual leave
- Flexible and hybrid working (role dependent)
- Healthcare Cashplan
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with 24/7 confidential support
- Volunteering days
- Life assurance / death in service
- Enhanced family, carers, compassionate and study leave
- Employee discounts, wellbeing events and local benefits (in development)
Please ask about role-specific benefits.
Interested? Next Steps
If you are a Care Leaver and would like to:
- Register your interest in the Corserv Care Leaver Offer
- Find out about current vacancies
- Access employability support and Carefree-led initiatives
Please visit Corserv Careers Site Careers to view any current vacancies.
There is no need to apply directly on our website, instead you can register your interest by emailing Lisa Devers lisa.devers@corservltd.co.uk & Andrew Wallis andrew.wallis@cormacltd.co.uk who will support your vacancy application or interest in any of our programmes.
We welcome informal conversations and are happy to help you explore the right next step for you.
Thank you for your interest – we look forward to hearing from you soon.
Your future starts here. Join Corserv and help shape the communities we serve.
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by Kieron McCarthy | Jan 14, 2026
ABOUT US
Here at Herts Mind Network, our aim is to make sure that no-one has to face a mental health problem alone.
We work across Hertfordshire to support positive mental health and wellbeing, providing a diverse range of services from our eight Wellbeing Centres and other locations across the county. Our services are locally funded, and available to all residents in Hertfordshire aged 18+, as well as providing dedicated support for 5-19 year olds. Find out more about the help we offer on our main website at www.hertsmindnetwork.org or for children and young people go to www.withyouth.org.
We aid individuals experiencing mental ill health to make choices, find their solutions, build resilience and manage their wellbeing. We work with care leavers and those who were unaccompanied asylum seeking children to provide support around needs such as housing and their overall wellbeing.
OUR OFFER
As part of the Care Leavers Covenant, our commitment is to provide the following for Care Leavers aged 18 and over.
- Mental health support specifically for Care Leavers who are volunteering or working with us. This focuses on challenges that may arise in employment, education, or training, helping to build confidence and provide practical support when preparing for work.
- Volunteering opportunities within Herts Mind Network. This is a chance to experience different services we provide, or gain knowledge in one particular area. We provide full training before starting, as well as the chance for continuous learning, support and guidance from a designated staff member.
- Guaranteed job interviews for Care Leavers who meet the minimum requirements for a role. We have positions that encompass everything from supporting people with their mental health in the community or one of our Wellbeing Centres, to working within our administration, marketing or finance teams.
FURTHER INFORMATION
If you would like to see what we have on offer, take a look on our website for volunteering opportunities or job vacancies.
If you want to find out more about our offer, please call 02037 273600 or email carine.stoker@hertsmindnetwork.org
by Kieron McCarthy | Jan 5, 2026
This Offer is available to Local Authority staff who support care leavers with purchasing goods.
Why purchase from Currys Business?
- Get 10% off Appliances and up to 5% off a wide range of tech available online, UK Contact Centre or at one of our dedicated business hubs across the UK!
- Access to exclusive Care Leaver Covenant deals throughout the year.
- Open 7 days early ’til late & always open online.
- Pay 30 days later, interest free with our invoice credit facility (subject to status)
- Dedicated Business Team for expert advice.
- We price match any other UK retailer. Terms and conditions Price promise – Currys Business
Where you can access your discount:
Online, In Store, Via Phone
Step 1: Please share your information with Care Leaver Covenant to ensure the account is set up correctly first.
Step 2: To complete purchases online once the account is activated, please visit Currys Business and log in to your account.
Step 3: To order instore please go to a Currys store with a business hub present. You can locate all business hub stores below:
Store Finder – Currys Business
Step 4: To purchase over the phone please call 0344 561 6789 and state your account number.
Here are 5 reasons why you can trust Currys Business to find you the right tech and services for your organisation.
Benefits – Currys Business
Terms and Conditions
- Discount is not available on delivery and service fees.
- Although discounts are constantly added to the website, there will be some products which will be excluded from any discount.
- The discount is accessible through the Currys business website Welcome – Currys Business. Please note to access the discount you must have authorised Currys to set up the account first.
- Please see terms and conditions for your purchase on the Currys Business website here.
- The Currys Business Credit Account is underwritten by TreviPay. When applying, please review their Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions which will be made available during the application. Please visit //business.currys.co.uk/business-credit/ for full T&Cs.
Taking Up This Offer
If you would like to apply to join Currys Business please use this link
by Kieron McCarthy | Jan 3, 2026
Explore University life through The Brilliant Club’s UniPrep webinars
At The Brilliant Club, we understand that care-experienced young people face unique challenges when considering and preparing for university. That’s why we’re offering free access to our UniPrep webinars, which run year-round, offering guidance on issues such as writing personal statements, student finance, study skills support and information about life at university. They also offer the chance to hear from current university students, and other experts, charities and organisations who will signpost support.
Programme Highlights
Participants in the UniPrep webinars will:
- Take part in interactive workshops focused on university applications, personal statements, and interview preparation
- Gain practical information about finance, accommodation, and wellbeing at university
- Hear from current students about what life is really like at university.
Tailored Support & Accessibility
- Flexible, online delivery options
- Resources and materials designed to be accessible and engaging
What We’re Offering You
- Fully funded access to our UniPrep webinar series for care-experienced young people
- Information and guidance around a range of topics, including university applications and student finance
Why The Brilliant Club is a great choice
- Specialist experience supporting underrepresented and care-experienced students to access university and succeed when they get there
- Proven track record of increasing university access and attainment
- Collaborative approach working with experts, other charities, and university partners
- Online delivery to widen accessibility
- Commitment to empowering young people with the confidence and skills to succeed
How to sign up
- Use our sign up form to gain access to all our UniPrep webinars
- Take part in the webinars that are right for you
Offer 2: Join the Dots coaching to support students making the transition to University
Location: At partner universities across the country
Unlock University success with The Brilliant Club’s Join the Dots coaching programme
At The Brilliant Club, we understand that care-experienced young people face unique challenges when making the move to university. That’s why we’re excited to offer places on our Join the Dots programme to care leavers who will be attending our partner universities. Join the Dots is designed specifically to support students through the transition to university, helping you to develop the key study skills needed to thrive, as well as connecting to you to a network of fellow students, through a combination of peer group and one-to-one coaching sessions.
Programme Highlights
Participants in the Join the Dots programme will:
- Receive one-to-one personalised coaching from a PhD coach who really understands university life, supporting you to set goals and develop confidence across your early weeks at university
- Develop critical academic skills like essay writing, research techniques, and time management
- Build a supportive peer network with fellow students
Tailored Support & Accessibility
- One-to-one coaching to ensure sessions meet your needs
- Flexible, online delivery options
- Resources and materials designed to be accessible and engaging
What We’re Offering You
- Fully funded places for care-experienced young people on the Join the Dots programme at partner universities
- Access to supportive peer group and one-to-one coaching
- Supported academic skills development
- Opportunities to connect with other students and share experiences
- A nurturing, empowering environment focused on growth and achievement
Why The Brilliant Club is a great choice
- Specialist experience supporting underrepresented and care-experienced students to access university and succeed when they get there
- Proven track record of increasing university access and attainment
- Collaborative approach working with experts, other charities, and university partners
- Flexible and personalised delivery to meet individual needs
- Commitment to empowering young people with the confidence and skills to succeed
How to sign up
- Explore our Join the Dots webpage to find out if the university you are attending/hope to attend is offering the programme, or contact Georgia at jtd@thebrilliantclub.org
- Sign up using our sign up form, and you will be notified when registration opens.
- When you register, make sure to indicate your experience of care.
- At the start of the academic year, our team will be in touch to confirm your place
- Begin the Join the Dots programme with ongoing support and encouragement.
To discuss this offer further, please reach out to Georgia Markou, Student Success Manager at jtd@thebrilliantclub.org
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Contact & Social Details
The Brilliant Club
jtd@thebrilliantclub.org – Georgia Markou, Student Success Manager
Phone: 020 3906 2350
Website: www.thebrilliantclub.org
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Twitter: @BrilliantClub
by Kieron McCarthy | Jan 3, 2026
Location: UK wide opportunities, with key hubs in London, Midlands, and the North
Kickstart Your Career in Construction with Industry Leaders
At Flannery Plant Hire, we understand the barriers care-experienced young people may face when entering the workforce. That’s why we’re offering a supported route into high-demand roles within construction and plant operations, starting with fully funded training, and leading to real job opportunities across the UK.
Learn with the best, grow your skills, and gain a qualification that can launch a lasting career.
Over 80% of our trainees who complete this programme progress into employment.
About Us
- Flannery Plant Hireis one of the UK’s largest providers of operated plant hire, with a strong focus on training, sustainability, and technological innovation.
Together, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive future for construction, creating opportunities for care leavers to thrive through meaningful training and career development.
Learn more: flanneryplanthire.com
Our Unique Approach
Training That Gets You Job-Ready
This is more than a course; it’s a career gateway. Our Plant Operator Bootcamps are designed to give you the qualifications, confidence, and practical skills needed to succeed on-site. You’ll learn in state-of-the-art facilities, get hands-on with real equipment, and be supported every step of the way.
What’s on Offer
We’re offering:
- Access to fully funded training bootcampsin plant operations (including excavators, dump trucks, rollers and more)
- Accredited qualificationsrecognised across the industry
- Opportunities to join live Flannery or partner projectsafter training
- Support with travel, workwear and expenses
- On-site mentoring and 1-to-1 guidance
- Employment opportunities post-training– with over 80% of completers moving into paid jobs
A supportive environment that understands your background and potential
The Skills You’ll Gain
No prior experience needed, just motivation and a willingness to learn.
You’ll gain:
- Core qualifications in plant operation
- Health and safety certification
- Real site experience on major UK infrastructure projects
- Confidence working in a professional environment
- Teamwork, communication, and planning skills
Why Choose Flannery?
- A track record of helping care leavers succeed in construction
- UK-leading training with real machines and simulators
- Support from experienced mentors who know the industry inside out
- A path to long-term employment and progression
- Opportunities to join projects that shape the future of the UK
How to Get Involved
- Register your interest– We’ll arrange a quick call to chat through your options
- Attend an open day or site visit to find out more
- Begin your training, all equipment, PPE, and support provided
- Move into workwith ongoing guidance and mentoring
We also welcome support from personal advisers, leaving care teams, and youth workers throughout the process.
Odee Pessu – Head of Social Value
