Workfit News

WorkFit Update: November 2023

WorkFit Update: November 2023

We are thrilled to announce the success of the WorkFit team and our partner employer, GXO, at the British Association for Supported Employment (BASE) Awards 2023. The BASE awards are an opportunity to celebrate the wonderful work that takes place across the Supported...

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WorkFit Update: October 2023

WorkFit Update: October 2023

Well done to Kirsty at Odeon in Sheffield, and Joseph at Parklands Leisure Centre (part of the Fusion Lifestyle Group) in Okehampton, who are both celebrating their one year work anniversaries! Joseph said about his job as a Leisure Centre Assistant: ‘I love lots...

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WorkFit Update: September 2023

WorkFit Update: September 2023

Thank you to everyone at the new Specsavers store at Sainsbury’s Castlepoint, Bournemouth, for choosing the Down's Syndrome Association as their nominated charity. We are looking forward to working with the team to create a job opportunity for one of our WorkFit...

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WorkFit Update: August 2023

WorkFit Update: August 2023

Earlier this month, Florence celebrated her 1 year anniversary at Searcy’s where she works as a Conference and Training Waiter. Florence also works as a General Catering Assistant at Baxter Storey. She was recently awarded a certificate for being a finalist in the...

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WorkFit Update: July 2023

WorkFit Update: July 2023

WorkFit candidate Victoria, and WorkFit Officer Becki, met with Peter Gibson MP at XPO Logistics in Darlington. Victoria enjoyed showing Peter around her workplace where she is employed as a Customer Service Administrator. Peter Gibson MP said 'It was great to meet...

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WorkFit Update: June 2023

WorkFit Update: June 2023

WorkFit Manager Alison and WorkFit Officer Becki had lots of fun attending The Big Logistics Diversity Challenge this month! It was great to connect with so many organisations from the logistics industry, all demonstrating their passion, support and enthusiasm to...

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WorkFit Update: May 2023

WorkFit Update: May 2023

WorkFit candidate Grace did an amazing job welcoming Jo Gideon MP to her workplace at the Dunelm Distribution Centre in Stoke last month. Grace showed Jo around and explained the work that she does there. Jo said 'I was truly inspired by this exceptional young person...

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Rory’s exciting role at the Cornish Seal Sanctuary

Rory’s exciting role at the Cornish Seal Sanctuary

WorkFit Candidate Rory has increased his confidence and customer service skills through a paid role at The Cornish Seal Sanctuary, with the support of WorkFit.  Rory's journey Rory has a keen interest in wildlife, and as a scuba diver, a passion for sea dwelling...

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