The Chances Team has asked us to post the following.

Chances have worked with over a thousand Norfolk residents and have a proven track record of developing individuals in terms of their skills and their confidence making them more job-ready. This is available for our parishishioners to boost opportunities, provide a positive social impact and deliver economic benefit in our area.

Chances is partnership between Norfolk County Council, Future Projects, Norfolk Citizens Advice, Voluntary Norfolk and Citizens Advice Diss & Thetford. We are part funded through the European Social Fund with the remainder of our funding being generated within the county. Chances is delivered locally with a team of experienced Advocates working in each district of Norfolk.

Who is it for?

Chances is here to help people who are:

  • Currently unemployed or unable to go into work (because of health reasons, caring responsibilities etc)
  • Aged 18 or over (16/17 in exceptional circumstances)
  • Live in Norfolk
  • Have the legal right to live and work in the UK
  • Motivated to move forwards and make life changes

What does Chances do?

The Chances team of Advocates offer 1:1 guidance to help individuals:

  • Search and prepare for a job
  • Improve their skills – e.g. through training or education
  • Get into work if they have health issues – e.g. help you access services
  • Overcome practical issues – e.g. finding transport, route planning and childcare
  • Improve their wellbeing through sport and other activities
  • To find out more about our project, and to view our latest advertisement, see the following:

Chances Leaflet here.

Testimonials from participants here.

The Chances project page is here

To arrange or to speak to a member of the team: contact 01603 222904 or email chances@norfolk.gov.uk