Kick start your health career

Published on: July 22, 2025

The Step-Forward Programme
Your Pathway into a Healthcare Career in Southend & Basildon

Are you unemployed, aged 18-30 and looking to start a rewarding job in healthcare? The role could be in estates and facilities, admin and clerical, or clinical.  The Step-Forward Programme is a fully funded, flexible 8–12 week employment initiative designed to help you develop the skills and expertise needed to secure healthcare roles in your local area.

Who is it for?

  • Young adults (18-30 years) from Southend and Basildon postcodes
  • Those who are unemployed, economically inactive, vulnerable, or lacking work-related skills

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