About
We recognise that if someone has been out of work or training for a while, they will need support to gain confidence and recognise the skills they already have. Our work placements are tailored to the individual, we work with the person to identify their strengths and help support them towards work, training or volunteering.
We welcome people aged 18+ with low level mental health issues, disabilities and hidden disabilities. We are all-inclusive and non judgemental and will adapt the placement to meet an individual’s needs.
"During my work placements, I was welcomed and was made to feel comfortable and supported. The sessions were really enjoyable and everyone was friendly and approachable. I learnt to be more independent and my confidence majorly increased. I had the chance to get used to being in a real working environment and I would do the placements all over again if I was given the opportunity. I am going to see if I can volunteer at the shop on a semi-regular basis in the future to stay in touch with everyone. I cannot think of any way that the work placement project could be improved, I really enjoyed it, thank you.”– Young person supported on a Work Placement and Employability Workshop with New-U Cromer and Merchants’ Place.
In addition to the work experience placement we offer employability support and the opportunity for a volunteer mentor.
Work placements must be 18+ and take place in our Norwich store. To find out more about work experience placement opportunities please email Jason at hello@new-ultd.co.uk
About New-U
A unique boutique style shop in central Norwich offering quality pre-loved clothing and accessories for the whole family. New-U is a registered charity with three aims at its heart: experience, swap, and borrow.
