Success Story – Luke
Name and some identifying details have been changed
The way you worked with Luke to get him talking and engaging with you was amazing, I really don’t know what he would be doing now without you. Nothing was too much trouble for you.
Feedback from Luke’s family about the support received through the programme and from his Building Bridges Support Worker.
Luke* was at risk of becoming NEET (Not in Employment, Education or Training) and joined the Building Bridges Programme in 2023.
On joining the programme, Luke had completed a college course but did not enjoy the course and was unsure of what to do next. Luke struggled with low self-confidence and was undecided about whether to continue his studies or look for employment or apprenticeship opportunities.
Luke met with his Building Bridges Support Worker every 2 weeks and together they worked on activities to boost his confidence and self-awareness, by helping him identify his strengths, personal character traits and qualities. Luke was also supported to create an Employability Toolkit including a CV and covering letter, as well as attending a Career Advice session at a local college.
Luke is now studying a college course and is enjoying his studies so far, completing all of his college assignments. Luke’s Building Bridges Support Worker also helped him access a grant from Wiltshire Community Foundation to purchase a laptop for his studies.
Luke is taking each day as it comes and says Building Bridges helped him to improve his confidence, resilience and motivation. He knows who he can speak to for support when needed.
*Not his real name