Real stories

“I may as well give it a go”. Ethan was referred to Moving On Tyne & Wear (MOTW) by a family member and thought it was worth giving the programme a shot. Ethan has never had a formal paid…

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There are many different routes to becoming a Digital Marketer. Some people approach the career after obtaining a relevant degree in the field, others complete apprenticeships, and some learn through entry-level positions. In this diverse industry, the commonality between…

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We’re thrilled to share a story from Carly, a past participant from South Tyneside. Carly was part of our programme in 2018 but today, she works at South Tyneside Adult Recovery Services. Two years ago, I decided…

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Jeff joined Moving On Tyne & Wear (MOTW) after being unemployed for a couple of years. He worked as a Computer Programmer in previous years but left his job to care for his elderly parents. Being a full-time carer, coupled…

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At Moving On Tyne & Wear (MOTW), our employment support isn’t a rushed process. For many, the journey towards employment is hard work. A large number of our participants have unique health needs which need to be managed in new…

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Back in February 2019, we shared Lee Porter’s story about his journey towards a STEM career. At that point, Lee had been part of Moving On Tyne & Wear (MOTW) for a little while and had just finished…

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This story comes directly from our participant, Chris. Chris is deaf and has battled with mental health problems over the last few years. This is his story, shared in his words. I received a BA degree in Interior Architecture…

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Mark has been out of work for five years due to mental health issues including PTSD, anxiety, depression, and Adjustment Disorder. He was in the Armed Forces until he was 26 years old. Complex mental health has meant Mark has…

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Paul joined Moving On Tyne & Wear (MOTW) in November 2017 after receiving a leaflet from Jobcentre Plus and independently referring. Paul has battled with anxiety and depression for a long time. The stress of interviews and jumping head-first…

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Do people with disabilities work? Can you work while on disability benefits?  It’s complicated to navigate the world of work when you have a disability or long-term health condition. As a service offering employment support to people with health issues…

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