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  • Lucca Loves Vets4Pets!

    Lucca Loves Vets4Pets!

    Lucca begins to develop a wide range of skills, gains extra work hours and grows great independence in the workplace - in just a couple of weeks! Read more

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    Alex Excels at Medway Maritime Hospital

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    Summer’s Journey So Far with Global Shipping Specialist, InExpress

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Lucca Loves Vets4Pets!

Lucca Loves Vets4Pets!

Lucca begins to develop a wide range of skills, gains extra work hours and grows great independence in the workplace - in just a couple of weeks! Read more

Published: 10th April, 2022

Updated: 25th May, 2022

Author: Rosina Sharrock

Alex Excels at Medway Maritime Hospital

Alex Excels at Medway Maritime Hospital

Alex goes beyond employer’s greatest hopes - learning a multitude of skills along the way! Read more

Published: 20th March, 2022

Updated: 25th May, 2022

Author: Rosina Sharrock

Summer’s Journey So Far with Global Shipping Specialist, InExpress

Summer’s Journey So Far with Global Shipping Specialist, InExpress

We are proud to partner with incredible organisations who are supportive and inclusive - read all about Summer's journey so far with global shopping specialist, InExpress! Read more

Published: 13th March, 2022

Updated: 25th May, 2022

Author: Rosina Sharrock

Emily's social media posts have gone live!

Emily's social media posts have gone live!

Emily’s digital journey - a Supported Employment placement as Social Media Assistant begins and her posts go live! Read more

Published: 13th March, 2022

Updated: 25th May, 2022

Author: Rosina Sharrock

Georgina is working hard towards her goals at Co-op

Georgina is working hard towards her goals at Co-op

Georgina works towards her goal of independence, with a Supported Internship in Medway Read more

Published: 13th March, 2022

Updated: 25th May, 2022

Author: Rosina Sharrock

Renewable Energy Designer and Office Assistant - A Contract for Callum!

Renewable Energy Designer and Office Assistant - A Contract for Callum!

“Callum is almost unrecognisable from when he started with us.” A fast learner, hard working and skilled - Callum gets a permanent job at SGS Energy! Read more

Published: 25th January, 2022

Updated: 1st May, 2022

Author: Rosina Sharrock

Disability and the Workplace through the eyes of bemix's Young People

Disability and the Workplace through the eyes of bemix's Young People

Young People in bemix Supported Employment Job Clubs discuss, if and how someone should disclose to a potential employer that they have a learning disability and/or autism. Read more

Published: 8th December, 2021

Updated: 26th January, 2022

Author: Rosina Sharrock

Robbie gets a job!

Robbie gets a job!

An impressive work ethic, super focussed, keen to learn, caring and helpful - qualities that meant Robbie was hired as a paid employee within months of starting as an intern at the Co-op! Read more

Published: 2nd December, 2021

Updated: 26th January, 2022

Author: Rosina Sharrock

Open for applications!

Open for applications!

Spaces available for 2022/23 academic year learners on bemix ‘Preparation For Employment’ and ‘Supported Internship’ programmes. Read more

Published: 20th September, 2021

Updated: 13th February, 2022

Author: Rosina Sharrock

Michael progresses from bemix to the Royal Mail

Michael progresses from bemix to the Royal Mail

Diligence, motivation and a brilliant work ethic lead Michael to progress from bemix to the Royal Mail! Read more

Published: 20th September, 2021

Updated: 26th January, 2022

Author: Rosina Sharrock

Comments: 1

Daniel achieves paid work at Macknade!

Daniel achieves paid work at Macknade!

It's been a roller coaster journey for Daniel’s hospitality placement during the pandemic - but with determination, enthusiasm and fun-loving energy, Daniel has secured paid work! Read more

Published: 20th September, 2021

Updated: 26th January, 2022

Author: Rosina Sharrock

Curtis secures employment within 2 months!

Curtis secures employment within 2 months!

So impressed with his work, Curtis’ employer could see the value in creating a role for him - as soon as possible! Read more

Published: 30th August, 2021

Updated: 26th January, 2022

Author: Rosina Sharrock

Steven signs his contract!

Steven signs his contract!

Steven signs his contract of employment after being offered a paid role at the Phoenix Tavern in Faversham! Read more

Published: 30th August, 2021

Updated: 26th January, 2022

Author: Rosina Sharrock

Comments: 1

Abbie gets a job!

Abbie gets a job!

Using the skills and confidence built on throughout her time within the Supported Internship programme, Abbie gets a job and is offered full time employment! Read more

Published: 25th July, 2021

Updated: 26th January, 2022

Author: Rosina Sharrock

Matthew lands his dream placement at Canterbury Towers

Matthew lands his dream placement at Canterbury Towers

A very specific job-match request leads to a dream placement for Matthew! Read more

Published: 6th July, 2021

Updated: 26th January, 2022

Author: Rosina Sharrock

Mutually beneficial job-matches in Medway

Mutually beneficial job-matches in Medway

We caught up with interns Luke and Naomi, and their employers, to hear about how job-matches in Medway have been a success! Read more

Published: 26th June, 2021

Updated: 26th January, 2022

Author: Rosina Sharrock

Callum makes a flying start at SGS Energy

Callum makes a flying start at SGS Energy

From the beginning, employers SGS Energy could see the value in Callum's IT skillset and passion for computers. After a strong start, read about how Callum's work has been described as 'exceptional'! Read more

Published: 26th June, 2021

Updated: 26th January, 2022

Author: Rosina Sharrock

“I’m so Chuffed!” - Max’s Supported Internship joy!

“I’m so Chuffed!” - Max’s Supported Internship joy!

Read all about how Max's hard work, dedication, enthusiasm and skill set, have led him from Supported Internship to full time employment - in the middle of a global pandemic! Read more

Published: 8th February, 2021

Updated: 25th January, 2022

Author: Rosina Sharrock

Collaborative Story Writing

Collaborative Story Writing

We have been working together and sharing our imaginations to create stories that take us away from the worries of the Covid-19 situation. Read more

Published: 8th July, 2020

Updated: 25th January, 2022

Author: Louise Allen

Gardening and Music; Weekly Wellbeing

Gardening and Music; Weekly Wellbeing

Our Supported Internships Weekly Well-being group share how gardening and music support their well-being. Read more

Published: 8th July, 2020

Updated: 25th January, 2022

Author: Louise Allen

A Supportive Approach - Supported Internships in Lockdown

A Supportive Approach - Supported Internships in Lockdown

Supporting one another through the challenges and finding new opportunities for connection. Read more

Published: 8th May, 2020

Updated: 25th January, 2022

Author: Louise Allen

Seeing the bigger picture and making a difference

Seeing the bigger picture and making a difference

The idea that people with a learning difficulty and/or autism are only passive recipients of care and support must be changed. To change society's perspective of people with learning difficulties and/or autism, we get out in the community and make a difference. Read more

Published: 12th February, 2020

Updated: 25th January, 2022

Author: Louise Allen

Aiming for the Stars - Festive Work Aspirations

Aiming for the Stars - Festive Work Aspirations

Our Medway Supported Internships project has been getting festive with work aspirations for the new year. Read more

Published: 22nd November, 2019

Updated: 25th January, 2022

Author: Louise Allen

Students train employers: Autism Awareness Training

Students train employers: Autism Awareness Training

Insightful training to help employees develop empathy for working alongside intern colleagues with autism. Read more

Published: 8th July, 2019

Updated: 25th January, 2022

Author: Louise Allen

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