Success stories

Leslie, moved from job to job after a serious injury but he couldn’t find a role that suited his needs. Why did Leslie join Fair Start...

I’m sure like others you have many concerns and are feeling quite anxious at what is a difficult time for most of us. The impact is...

Simon was referred to Fair Start Scotland by his local Jobcentre Plus in Dunfermline after being unemployed for a long period of time....

Gayle joined the Fair Start Scotland service after being unemployed since 2013 and she was provided an outstanding experience from the...

Terry spiralled into a bad situation after his business partners left him struggling mentally and financially. Why did Terry join Fair...

Sarah wanted to become more independent in her professional and personal life, but her lack of self-confidence was holding her back. Why...

Simon had been a carer for is mother for several years and during this time he was unable to find a job that provided him the flexibility...

Dylan felt held back from going for his dream job in retail and he needed help from Fair Start Scotland to become more confident. Why did...

Douglas has been living with Autism and found it hard to understand the process of getting a job but he connected with Colm from the...

Heather was working as a teacher in a school in Germany, but her health deteriorated, and she was forced to come back home to Ayrshire to...

Leah’s anxiety and nerves held her back from working in the field of her dreams. Why Leah joined Fair Start Scotland Leah arrived to the...

Gemma, is a single mother who had never been in paid work. She had experience working in volunteering roles, but she needed security for...

Tamzin, 17 years old builds her confidence within months of being joining Fair Start Scotland. Why Tamzin joined Fair Start Scotland...

Janet had spent years looking after her young sons and daughter, she felt disconnected from what she wanted to do in her career.

Why Heather joined Fair Start Scotland Heather was unemployed for over 10 years due to health and mobility problems. She suffered from...

William worked for a number of years as a baker’s assistant and as a kitchen porter but he found himself unexpectedly unemployed. William...

James from Govan learns to manage his temper and build his skills with help and support from Fair Start Scotland.

Dawid joined the Fair Start Scotland service to re-build his life after a life changing biking accident which left him learning how to walk

A Theatre and Arts enthusiast from Musselburgh looks to get into employment using his passion in IT. Why Simon joined the Fair Start...

‘’I would highly recommend joining StartScotland as without them I would still be looking for a job.”