This week, we’re sharing a day in the life of a social work placement. No two days are ever the same for Rebecca, our social work placement at Plymouth Magistrates’ Court. She is doing a 70-day placement, learning alongside our team. This work experience is building her skills and employability. Rebecca, undergraduate at the University…
We’re part of a team improving lives in Plymouth. Working with Improving Lives Plymouth, we’re helping people make a fresh start after prison. Opportunities are limited when you can’t get online for emails, jobs, DWP or the doctor. Certainly, getting online is essential for anyone who wants to make a fresh, positive start. This is…
‘CASS+ is a cause that should be implemented nationally.’ Devon and Cornwall Police are now working closely with CASS+ to ensure vital training for their new police officers. It’s been a real pleasure to have Luke working with us in Plymouth for three days. In that time, he’s learnt about the reasons behind some crimes.…
Kimberley has been volunteering with CASS+ at Plymouth Magistrates’ Court where she supports people going through the criminal justice system. She’s gaining valuable experience and helping others: I was buzzing after my first day at CASS+. I could see how to combine my life experience with my legal knowledge. Volunteering uses your time well Kimberley…
Sheridan is in her second year of a degree in Social Work at the University of Plymouth. Her 70-day placement with CASS+ started in October 2022 and time has flown by at Plymouth Magistrates’ Court. She knows that this work experience is laying vital foundations for her chosen career path: I have an NVQ in…