A category for the main site news stories. en-gb mancala webbeads 2003-2010 http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2290/Shirley-finds-a-new-Strength-in-Derwentside-Employment-Team.html Shirley Concarr from Consett wanted to work but felt she was up against the world until she met Silvia from Derwentside Employment Team and they were able to face the challenges together. Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2291/A-Job-is-just-the-Gift-at-The-Card-Shop-in-Lanchester.html When Lisa Cooke from the Card Shop needed to take someone on for her business in June this year she came to Derwentside Employment Team (DET) for help. Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2273/Prepare-to-Care.html Prepare to Care A partnership between Derwentside Employment Team, a local Employer and a local Training Company has lead to 3 people finding work within days of attending a specially designed course. Mon, 3 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2207/From-Jolly-Drover-to-Jolly-Driver-.html Ged Rogan, born in the Jolly Drovers Pub, Leadgate and ex Royal Artillery was helped by Derwentside Employment Team to set up as a Self Employed Taxi Driver in March. Tue, 21 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2208/Thoughts-About.html Investing in your future In these times of uncertainty and change making a sound investment that will grow year on year seems almost impossible. However there is one place you can invest that will bring you a guaranteed return. That place is you. Tue, 21 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2209/Jemmas-Dance-Steps-to-Success.html Jemma Liesicke from Stanley has set up her very own Dance School with the help of Derwentside Employment Team and Be Enterprising. Tue, 21 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2210/Choice-.html The more I become aware of my thoughts Tue, 21 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2211/Mark-from-Consett-His-Story.html Mark from Consett, ‘His Story’ Ten years ago I was working on cable percussion drilling rigs, the work was very physical and mentally draining, as you’re constantly away from home but the salary was great. Tue, 21 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2212/Finding-time-to-relax.html Finding time to relax and unwind At a time when many people’s stress levels are at an all-time high, a business has been set up in County Durham that uses ancient therapies to help people wind down. Tue, 21 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2213/Val-is-Living-and-Caring-.html Val is Living and Caring Val, from Burnhope thought a career in Care was not an option anymore but Derwentside Employment Team helped her to realise we all have an option to chose! Tue, 21 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2179/Mum-Goes-Back-To-Work.html Derwentside Employment Team helped Victoria, Mum of 5 yr old Sinead to get back to work after 5 years at home. Thu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2130/Wage-Top-Up-for-Derwentside-Employers-.html Derwentside Employment Team secured funding last year to support Employers with recruitment and wage costs. Fri, 30 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2111/Perfectly-Illustrated.html In September this year Derwentside Employment Team helped Anna Lawson from Langley Park set up her company, Ananna Image. Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2112/Just-the-Tools.html James McCue had been unemployed for 17 years after a Spinal Injury. Derwentside Employment Team invited him to our ‘Better Life’ Event in Stanley and James is finally enjoying the benefits of work. Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2113/Nominated-for-a-Working-Neighbourhood-Award.html Derwentside Employment Team were short listed this year for the National Awards for Neighbourhood Management. Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2114/Linking-Employers-to-our-Customers.html When a local Employer contacted Derwentside Employment Team, we were keen to help them fulfil their recruitment needs. Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2115/Taking-your-Calls.html When you call Derwentside Employment Team on our free phone number the first thing you’d probably hear is the most charming Barnsley accent ever! Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2116/The-New-Girl.html Silvia Coates is the new girl at Derwentside Employment Team, but you wouldn’t think so! Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2117/Angela-Really-Cares.html Angela Thomason from Stanley had been on Incapacity Benefit since 2001 but had hoped she would return to work one day with the support of her best friend. This was until her friend Cass passed away suddenly and left Angela feeling lonely and depressed. Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2118/Karens-Beautiful-Story.html In September last year Karen finally turned her business idea into reality thanks to the help of Derwentside Employment Team and other partner organisations. Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2119/Getting-Plastered-with-Lynn.html Lynn Cameron a Lone Parent from Consett is getting local people plastered since setting up business in November 2008. Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2120/A-Book-of-Inspiration.html Maria Whiteley of Medomsley gets help from Derwentside Employment Team and now she hopes to inspire others with the publication of her first book ‘Undisturbed’. Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-2121/The-Positive-Side-of-Redundancy.html Yvonne Fowler from Consett started a new career direction after being made redundant from Yale last year with the help of Maureen Dick from Derwentside Employment Team. Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1972/Working-with-Employers-to-find-the-right-people-.html Working with Employers to find the right people! Karen Johnson from Stanley became anxious about the chances of ever getting back to work but Derwentside Employment Team (DET) stepped in at just the right time and found an excellent opportunity with a Consett based company, Durham Legal Services. Mon, 29 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1973/Taking-Stock.html Taking Stock! Stewart Whyte from the Green Corridor area of Stanley works part time in the Warehouse at Wilkinson’s’ unloading wagons and taking in deliveries, it’s a far cry from his management position in the finance industry but happiness comes in small packages and Stewart is certainly a happier man these days. Mon, 29 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1974/Helping-Employers-help-their-staff.html Helping Employers help their staff No-one knows what’s round the corner, it would be wonderful if we could prepare for every event but life doesn’t always allow us that luxury. What we do hope though is that if we were to suffer a life changing event that throws us off kilt our Employer would support us entirely. Helen Nixon, from Elddis Transport is one of those Employers. Mon, 29 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1975/Every-Cloud-has-a-Silver-Lining.html Every cloud has a silver lining! When Yale announced the closure of their Castleside site earlier this year Margaret Keetsley of Consett who’d worked there for over 3 years was naturally unsettled. “I had been made redundant before and was really worried about being out of work” Margaret added “I knew it was time to change my career but I wasn’t sure what else I could do” Mon, 29 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1967/Having-the-Drive-to-succeed.html Thursday 29th May was a significant day for Deborah Hamflett of Stanley, at 12.10am she passed her driving test with the help of Derwentside Employment Team. Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1909/Walking-mindfully-back-to-work.html People in Derwentside who are unemployed are being given the opportunity to learn mindfulness meditation to help them return to work. Truepotential in partnership with Derwentside Employment Team are offering the 5 week course throughout 2008 in an effort to address the stress and anxiety returning to the workplace can cause. Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1904/We-can-help-you-find-work.html Derwentside Employment Team continues to support residents of Derwentside in accessing training and moving into work. Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1815/New-Dates-for-Self-Esteem-Workshop-Sessions.html New Dates have been announced for self-esteem (TIME) workshops. Tue, 6 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1844/My-Kids-are-Proud-of-Me.html The timing couldn’t have been better when Victoria Giffard was invited to the Annfield Plain Health and Lifestyle Event hosted by Derwentside Employment Team last year. Sat, 3 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1845/A-Job-That-Fits.html For Tom Farrey finding work that would suit his circumstances didn’t seem possible, but after meeting DET Adviser Martina Blake, Tom landed the perfect job. Fri, 2 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1847/Growing-in-Confidence.html Marnie Ramsey who has delivered 5 Confidence Workshops with Gary Heads, from True Potential started her long awaited maternity leave in February. DET wishes her all the best with her newborn baby. Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1849/Having-your-Say.html The 2nd get together of the Derwentside Employment Team Customer Focus Group took place in the Stables at Gibside Chapel, Burnopfield on 3rd November last year. Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1850/Fit-for-a-King.html A wage subsidy paid to Kings Restaurant by DET helped get David Leadbitter into work as a Restaurant Chef. Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1851/“Better-Life”-Event-at-The-Lamplight-Arts-Centre-.html The ‘Health and Lifestyle’ Events Roadshow came to an end in November but the support for people of Derwentside will go on. Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1852/“Better-Chance”-Workshops-.html Applying for jobs can be very daunting and competing with people who are already employed can be difficult. DET have therefore scheduled small workshops throughout the year to help our customers have the best chance possible of getting the job they really want. Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1853/Drop-in-at-Annfield-Plain.html DET have increased their drop in facilities to include Annfield Plain Library every Tuesday. Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1848/Getting-into-Work-Scheme.html It’s not always easy for people to get around Derwentside, and sometimes it can be the deciding factor when choosing a job. “Getting into Work” provides a taxed and fully insured Honda CG125cc motorcycle for 3 months when starting work. Sat, 1 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1846/What-a-difference-a-year-makes!-.html This time last year Joyce Wilkinson from Delves Lane was in a desperate place, out of work and unsure if she would ever feel the benefits of work again. Sat, 1 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1854/Its-Great-to-Talk.html It’s great to talk Thu, 8 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1855/Children-Centres-and-Employment-.html Derwentside Employment Team have developed a relationship with Sure Start and their Children’s Centres which brings support to those who need it most. Mon, 5 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1856/Success-for-GP-work-advice-.html Local GP helps Stanley resident get back to work Thu, 1 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1857/Every-Little-Helps.html Judith Vincent is back on track after Derwentside Employment Team helped her get the 2nd chance she deserved. Mon, 29 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1858/Rare-books-provide-rare-WORK-opportunity.html New internet based company Julies Bookshop sells hard to find second hand books and has provided work opportunities for local people. Fri, 28 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1859/New-Dates-for-FREE-Confidence-Workshops-.html Tue, 3 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1860/The-Grass-is-Greener-for-a-new-team-of-local-Grasscutters.html When Sones Landscaping were awarded the Councils Grass Cutting contract, they were signposted to Derwentside Employment Team (DET) in their bid to employ local people for local jobs. Thu, 21 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1861/A-Fountain-of-help-for-returning-to-work.html Working with Derwentside Employment Team, Malcolm Driver, Manager of The Fountain helped a local couple get their lives back on track again when he gave them both a job in his newly refurbished pub. Thu, 21 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1862/Green-is-the-new-back-to-work.html Martina Blake, Employment Adviser for Derwentside Employment Team helps support people with health conditions and disabilities get back to work. She partners with the Green Corridor, providing a drop in service at their premises every Wednesday. Thu, 21 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.yourpath.wblite.co.uk/news-1863/Theres-no-health-without-mental-health.html Derwentside Employment Team (DET), works with Mental Health Employment Specialists to help people improve and manage their mental health so that work becomes an option for them again. Thu, 21 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT