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If you’re looking to find out more information about returning to work, there’s lots more helpful advice on the
Gingerbread website click here.

ChildcareLink aims to help people back into the workplace by removing the childcare barrier. To find out more click www.childcarelink.gov.uk.

Want to know more about finding a job?

Jobcentre Plus is a government agency supporting people from welfare into work, and helping employers to fill their vacancies. To find out more click www.jobcentreplus.gov.uk.

Want to know more about tax credits?

If you are responsible for at least one child or young person who lives with you, you may qualify for Child Tax Credit. If you work, but earn low wages, you may qualify for Working Tax Credit. To find out more click www.hmrc.gov.uk/taxcredits.

Want to know more about learning new skills?

Learndirect is one of the UK’s leading providers of training and education courses both online and in centres across the country. To find out more click www.learndirect.co.uk.

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*Disclaimer: All case studies are based on real people but names may have been changed where requested. All stories are factually true but may have been edited for ease of interpretation. All images shown are solely to depict a representation of the lone parents we help, and are not of the people featured within the case study.

Helping you with

  • Supported By

    Barclaycard
  • Your Money

    Citizens Advice Bureau
  • Your Education

    Family Action
  • Your Work

    Gingerbread

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