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Helping refugees in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly to find a job

Free one-to-one support

 

 

 

 

 

Overview

Supporting refugees into employment in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly

Funded by the UK Government through the Shared Prosperity Fund, this programme is designed to support refugees who have been granted the right to live and work in the UK as they take their next steps towards employment and independence.

Delivered across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly through their People Hub, the programme offers personalised, one-to-one support from dedicated key workers. These appointments provide a safe and structured space for individuals to begin adapting to the UK’s working culture and expectations.

The programme recognises that moving into work in a new country involves more than just applying for jobs - it’s about building the skills, confidence and understanding needed to navigate a very different employment landscape. Participants are supported to identify their transferable skills, develop their digital abilities, and learn how to job search effectively in the UK context. Where digital exclusion is a barrier, support is available to help individuals get online and build confidence with digital tools.

Key points

  • Free personalised support
  • One to one appointments
  • Skills development


If you know of someone who would benefit from the programme, please call the People Hub on 0333 015 0699, email on hello@peoplehub.info or visit the link below.

Visit the People Hub website

How we can help

By focusing on tailored guidance and practical advice, the programme aims to help individuals overcome barriers such as low confidence, limited knowledge of the UK labour market, or uncertainty about how their previous work experience translates to local opportunities.

Through this initiative, refugees are empowered to take informed steps towards sustainable employment and to build a positive future within their new communities.

 

Benefits of this programme

  • Explore different options
  • Build an understanding of the UK job market
  • Make a CV
  • Find work experience
  • Search and apply for jobs
  • Get ready for interviews
  • Develop skills

Where Refugee Assist is based

We are based in venues throughout the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly area. 

About us

This project is delivered by edt and is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Cornwall Council is responsible for managing projects funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund through the Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly Good Growth Programme.

The UK Shared Prosperity Fund proactively supports delivery of the UK government’s five national missions: pushing power out to communities everywhere, with a specific focus to help kickstart economic growth and promoting opportunities in all parts of the UK.
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Eligibility criteria

People have to have the right to work in the UK, be residing in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly and over 16 to take part in this programme. If you know of someone who could benefit from this programme, please contact Cornwall Council's People Hub and ask to be referred to Refugee Assist. You can call them on 0333 015 0699, email them on hello@peoplehub.info or visit their website here.