S.P.E.E.D Project
Verified service

The S.P.E.E.D Project supports partners and spouses of serving Armed Forces members in Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland (LLR) to take positive steps towards new opportunities.

We offer a friendly, tailored approach to help you build on your strengths and access training, education, volunteering, or employment. Our team is here to guide you every step of the way, empowering you to achieve your personal goals.

  • Volunteering Support: Gain valuable work experience through regular volunteering opportunities.
  • Employability Skills: Get help with CV writing, job searches, cover letters, personal statements, interview techniques, and more.
  • Apprenticeships: Explore apprenticeship opportunities to develop new skills and experience.
  • Education: Update or learn new skills by training with local providers.
  • Employment: Support to return to work or further your career ambitions.
  • Signposting: We can connect you to other local agencies in the LLR area for additional support tailored to your needs.

This project is managed and delivered by Voluntary Action LeicesterShire and funded by The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust.

Get involved and find out more: We welcome you to contact us for more information or to discuss how we can help you.

Service statistics
60% of referrals accepted
Categories:
Careers advice
Employment and training initiatives
Support with employment
Volunteering
Service access criteria:

Partners and spouses of serving Armed Forces personnel, looking to develop new skills and gain employment. 

The S.P.E.E.D Project will offer employability support and explore volunteering opportunities for the partners and spouses of serving Armed Forces members in Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland (LLR), 

Additional needs catered for:
Learning difficulty friendly
Takes place in the client’s home
Waiting list (weeks): 1
Employability skills, 121 support,
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