Our Angus service

Employment
Thinking about getting a job can feel overwhelming at times. We know that there can be lots of things that need to be considered to enable parents to do this. We can help you to start your journey of working towards employment. With our support, we can look for solutions to overcome the things that are getting in the way and help you plan the journey you are going to take to make you as job-ready as possible. Once you have a job, we will still be here to support you. OPFS are here to provide you with the help and support you need.

We aim to support single parents who are either employed or unemployed.

For those who are employed, but are in a position where you are working fewer hours than you would like or are in jobs which do not make use of your skills and potential. Our project workers will aim to help parents in this position to be better equipped to find a job that works for them, meets their financial needs and allows them to progress.  This can be done through building confidence, updating their CV, accessing accredited training, and looking for new job opportunities, as well as supporting parents to start a dialogue with their employers around their personal development and opportunities that may be available to them.

Single parents who are unemployed will be supported on their journey into employment. Action plans are agreed with parents and they are supported by their OPFS Support Worker throughout. This can include taking their very first steps in gaining skills and knowledge, undertaking training, compiling CVs, applying for college, completing application forms, and preparing for interviews. Once in employment, in-work support is offered to help parents overcome any barriers which might impact on their ability to continue in the job.

Groups and activities
Being a single parent can be isolating. Getting involved in groups can help you stay connected with other single parents, have fun and be part of your community.

Please keep an eye out for details on our upcoming 6 week OPFS Employability Workshop alongside F1 Training in Angus, starting in 2025.

Being a single parent is challenging. At times we can face issues around, parenting, setting boundaries and routines, benefit/financial difficulties, or simply feeling isolated or overwhelmed.

Project staff can meet with you on a one-to-one basis either in your home, in libraries/community centres, MS teams or in another suitable place of your choice. We will spend time with you to find out how we can best support you to address any issues you are facing. We will work with you as an individual, with your own life challenges to create an action plan which will help support you to make small changes which can have a large impact on your life.