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Yesterday was World Mental Health Day and the focus was all about workplace mental health. To mark the occasion we talked to Helm’s new Placement Student about mental health, finding a job after school and Art Therapy.   For you, what are the most common mental health problems that young

Today on Employability Day, when we are celebrating the successes of the sector in keeping long-term unemployment down, making strides to close the disability employment gap, and providing vital support to millions of people to overcome their barriers to work, our CEO, Ally Calder, reflects on a recent workshop held

To celebrate National Parents’ Day on the 28th July, we are shining a spotlight on Gillian who is our Young Parents Employability Instructor. What’s your job at Helm? I work as part of the wider employment team at Helm, but with a focus on supporting the employability and personal development

Unfortunately, due to the challenging funding climate, Helm’s housing project, Hame, closed its doors at the end of May. Whilst this is a huge loss for Helm, we want to take this opportunity to celebrate its achievements and impact over the years. Hame was established in 2019 in partnership with

This Volunteers’ Week we’re taking the opportunity to talk to Helm’s Marketing Volunteer, Marc Lees, about his journey into volunteering and the benefits it can bring to both a charity and an individual.    How long have you been volunteering? I have been volunteering since February, so around three months.

We are excited to launch our new strategy, setting out our commitment to creating a Scotland where all young people have a brighter future through access to sustainable, meaningful employment. The strategy covers a wide range of aspects including setting the scene for the sector we are working within, celebrating

Each year, Helm runs an Employer Awards Reception to thank our employer partners for the amazing support they provide in helping our young people move into employment. We present four Award categories recognising businesses who have gone above and beyond for us during the previous 12 months and celebrate all

Helm is thrilled to announce 1st Safety Solutions will be sponsoring our 2023 Employer Awards Reception! On 29th November 2023 Helm will be hosting its second annual Employer Awards Reception in Dundee. We are proud to work with over 80 employers across Tayside who kindly provide work placements, training and