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I am really pleased to share that I’ve been accepted on to the Employment Advisory Board at HMP Onley. As a volunteer Board member, I’m there to provide HR support and advice to the prison on their training and employment support for prisoners. I’m really excited to get started on liaising with the team at HMP Onley in any way I can support.

Catherine Glover, MCIPD

This programme has also made me reflect on my own experiences returning to work – the barriers I faced and the power of advocacy. It’s been fulfilling to take that learning and support others, not just through mentoring but also in my workplace, where I was able to help reverse a rejected flexible working request for another returner.

Mentor

I was able to support my mentee in prison on interview skills and techniques, particularly around value-based recruitment. It really felt like we were in it together as she moved through the recruitment process. The selfie she sent me on her first day of work absolutely made my day.

Zoe Ainscough, Head of People, Cobalt Housing

Thanks to Amy’s coaching and the space the programme created for me to reflect and grow, I got the job. I truly believe I wouldn’t have pushed myself without that support.

Jane, mentee