Jack steps into work

Work based learning student Jack is looking forward to a brighter future after securing a paid valeting job.

National Star’s experienced job coaches have worked with Jack for over 12 months setting up various work placements for him, which combined his love of transport and his attention to detail.

He has undertaken various work placements including being part of the housekeeping team at the DoubleTree Hilton Hotel in Cheltenham.

Jack is a stickler for ensuring things are clean and tidy and did incredibly well in all his placements. When he started a placement with the transport team at National Star Jack realised he had found his vocation.

Jack soon became a valued member of the team and enjoyed chatting to the drivers and transport office staff. He showed such flair and enthusiasm for the job, that he applied and was successful in securing a permanent role.

Work based learning Co–ordinator Nicola Noah said: ‘Jack has worked hard at all his placements. He is a very different person to the shy, young man who joined National Star two years ago. His mum says he is a changed young man. We are so full of pride for all that he has achieved.’

Jack never stops smiling and proudly talks about his new job to people he meets. ‘It’s amazing to have a paid job. It’s the thing that I love. National Star College helped me to learn about being on time and teamwork. I am so happy,’ said Jack.