Supported by The Savoy Educational Trust, Caitlyn, who is a 16 year old school leaver, has quickly found her stride within the catering and hospitality domain at The Parish Trust. Her journey exemplifies the organisation’s commitment to nurturing talent and providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, enabling a wide range of individuals to step into a more fulfilling life.

Since joining the programme, Caitlyn has seamlessly integrated into the team at The Parish Trust, demonstrating not only a strong aptitude for culinary arts but also a genuine passion for making a difference in her community. Her contributions to our Meals for Families events have been particularly noteworthy, with her delectable puddings becoming a highlight for attendees.

Reflecting on her experience so far, Caitlyn shared,

Becoming a part of The Profectus Programme at The Parish Trust has been a big journey for me. I’ve learned so much already and discovered a genuine love for cooking and hospitality. It’s amazing to see how food can bring people together and make a difference in their lives. I left school as soon as I could and didn’t know what to do with my career as I had very limited options open to me, but this opportunity has opened things up and I’m excited about the future.

Rev. Dean Aaron Roberts, CEO of The Parish Trust, expressed his pride in Caitlyn’s achievements, stating,

Caitlyn’s dedication and talent exemplify the spirit of our organisation. We have been blown away to see her progress even in these early months of her studies here, where she has already started to thrive and make a meaningful impact through her work. The financial support from The Savoy Educational Trust has been essential to enable this to happen, and we are immensely grateful for their funding. I would also like to thank Llamau, a partner charity of ours, who helped signpost Caitlyn to us and have been instrumental in nurturing Caitlyn’s potential.

Beyond Caitlyn’s individual success, The Parish Trust remains steadfast in its mission to uplift communities and provide pathways for sustainable change. Through initiatives like The Profectus Programme, the organisation continues to empower individuals, enriching lives and fostering a culture of achievement.

The Parish Trust would like to wish Caitlyn every success as she continues to excel in her apprenticeship.

Bereavement and loss affects every part of our lives and in a variety of different ways and can have a significant effect on our health and wellbeing. Called the ‘Bereavement Journey,’ this course is for anybody who has been bereaved at any time and in any way.  

The course will be run here at the Parish Trust and will be over the span of six weekly sessions. The course will cover topics like: attachment, separation and loss, difficult feelings, rites of passage, the impact and pain of bereavement, coping with others, coping with change, moving forward, an optional session on questions of Faith.  

Our Wellbeing Coordinator, Luke Coleman, said,

This course will be an invaluable opportunity for individuals to reflect upon their own grief experiences, to openly and safely share it with others and gain tools to help them along in their unique experience of grief. I am excited  to be involved in this course and my hope is that it can benefit members of our community in a restorative and impactful way.

Current Bereavement Journey Courses available at the Parish Trust

Courses will run at The Parish Trust in Trethomas. There is a nominal charge of £7 per attendee which covers the whole 6 week course and the course booklet. If cost is prohibitive, please contact us as there are some bursaries available to ensure that no one is disadvantaged.

Daytime Course: Monday 18th July at 1pm until 3pm (and the following 5 weeks)

Evening Course: Thursday 21st July at 7pm until 9pm (and the following 5 weeks)

Both sessions will run weekly for six consecutive weeks at The Parish Trust HQ.

If you know anyone within the local community that would benefit from this course, please feel free to share this information with them.

For further information about this course, please contact our well-being Coordinator Luke Coleman at luke.coleman@theparishtrust.org.uk or phone the office on 029 2188 0212